What was special about the Winchester 73?
The Model 1873 was one of the most successful Winchester rifles of its day, with Winchester marketing it as “The Gun That Won the West”. Still an icon in the modern day, it was manufactured between 1873 and 1923. It was originally chambered for the .
Do they still make Winchester 73?
Model 1873 Rifles and Carbines These lever-action rifles and carbines make up the core family of Model 1873s currently being produced by Winchester Repeating Arms.
How many shells does a Winchester 73 hold?
15 rounds
A standard-model 73 held 15 rounds in a tubular magazine beneath the barrel. Its new cartridge was the . 44/40 Winchester, and seldom has a round of ammunition been so well matched to a rifle.
What was the most popular rifle in the Old West?
Winchester Model 1873
Winchester Model 1873 Arguably the most famous and recognizable rifle of the Old West, the 1873 is a true icon of the frontier. The iron-framed, lever-action rifle was ideal in a saddle scabbard or at the homestead, ready to take care of any chore a revolver couldn’t handle.
How long are the pins on a Winchester Model 73 short stroke?
These weigh 40% less than the stock Winchester extensions, and come without the trigger block safety mechanism. These pins are 3.28” long. If you have a recently made Miroku model and have concerns on length give us a call! Discontinued! Once we’re sold out no more will be made! Winchester model 73 short stroke kit with Aluminum Carrier.
What kind of carrier do I need for a Winchester 73?
Small caliber aluminum carrier for the new Winchester model 73 rifles. These carriers will only work with our (Pioneer Gun Works) short stroke kit for Winchester rifles. Sold Out!!
What part attaches to the end of the 1873 Winchester lever action?
This part attaches to the end… This is the dust cover stop 1873 and 1876 Winchester lever action 2nd and 3rd model. (also called… Dust Cover Winchester 1873 ORIGINAL part. The amount of original Bluing varies. This is the extractor Winchester .22 cal 1873 rifle.
What kind of screw set is this Winchester 1873 3rd (third) model?
This is a discounted external screw set Winchester 1873 3rd (THIRD) model lever action CARBINE. (If… This is a discounted screw set Winchester 1873 3rd/ THIRD model lever action RIFLE. (If your gun… This manual presents instructions on how to successfully disassemble your 1873 lever-action…