Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1890 Crimean War The bayonet frog and buckle

The bayonet frog and buckle attachment secure the "Epee" bayonet in place

Casehardened lock plates with the right lock marked A

uncleaned and unrestored

It was superceded in 1898 with the introduction of the Gew 98 rifle also in an updated version of the same caliber and many 88s were updated and then marked with a small "S" on the receiver ring to indicate it could be used with the upgraded ammunition

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1890 Crimean War The bayonet frog and buckleOriginal Item: The Gun that Won the West! This fine rifle is in . 44 40 caliber (. 44 WCF) with a 24 octagonal barrel and full length magazine tube. Features the classic front sight and buck horn rear sight. The serial number is 340055B denoting the year of manufacture as 1890. Stock is in very good condition, a few minor dings, with the original finish intact. Offered with a crisp tight action in fully functional condition with the original dust