Original U.S. Winchester First Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Round Barrel Serial 23292 - Made in 1877 German Mauser 98k K98 had a clearance of 14

had a clearance of 14

indicating 1940 manufacture

the hammer tension is strong

Trained and assisted by American Special Forces and Ranger advisers

In full working Order and Condition showing only light wear on the nickel plating on the cylinder which because of the apparent wear and age has dulled somewhat

Original U.S. Winchester First Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Round Barrel Serial 23292 - Made in 1877 German Mauser 98k K98 had a clearance of 14Original Item: One of a Kind. This is it! This is a very rare FIRST MODEL Winchester 1873, and is one of the earliest that we have had! These were only produced for about 6 years ending in late 1879. This rifle is in the very popular . 44 40 caliber, the same as the Colt Frontier 1873 Revolver which allowed the owner to use the same ammunition for both rifle and handgun. This really is "The Gun that Won the West!" This example has a 24" round barrel