Winchester 1873 Short Rifle 44-40 Win 20" 10+1 Lever-Action Rifle - Color Case Hardened

The Winchester Model 1873 Short Rifle is a lever-action rifle chambered in 44-40 Win, dressed in a classic color case hardened finish that echoes the iconic "Gun That Won the West" of the 19th century. The Short Rifle configuration trims the original down for easier handling while preserving the silhouette and craftsmanship that have made the 1873 one of the most recognizable American rifles ever produced.

Built around a 20" round steel barrel with a polished blued finish and a full-length tubular magazine, the rifle feeds a 10-round capacity of 44-40 ammunition. The lever-action mechanism cycles rounds smoothly, paired with traditional iron sights - a semi-buckhorn rear and a gold bead front - for fast, intuitive target acquisition. The barrel features a 1:26" twist, well-suited to the 44-40's traditional bullet weights.

The steel receiver wears the signature color case hardened finish, giving each rifle its own distinctive mottled pattern of blues, grays, and straw tones. Atop the receiver sits a classic straight-grip Grade II/III walnut stock with a 13" length of pull, a 1-3/4" drop at the comb, and a 3" drop at the heel for a traditional shooting posture. Overall length measures 39", giving the Short Rifle a compact, carbine-like feel compared to the full-length Model 1873.

Whether you're a cowboy-action shooter, a Winchester collector, or simply appreciate the heritage of the original 1873, this Short Rifle delivers the look, feel, and function of the legend in a trimmer, modern-made package.

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