Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1892 - Serial 406400 MG 34 Pistol Grip Assembly but the removable chin strap

but the removable chin strap is unfortunately missing

Both sides of the frame are engraved with stands of arms but there is no apparent Maker's name to be found

The overall length of the weapon was 58 inches

and was much easier to manufacture than the M36

9" Barrel width at the Trunnions

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1892 - Serial 406400 MG 34 Pistol Grip Assembly but the removable chin strapOriginal Item: "The Gun that Won the West!" This fine rifle is in . 38 40 caliber (marked . 38 WCF on chamber) with a 24" octagonal barrel and full length magazine tube. It also still has traces of the the 38 CAL. marking on the feed block. Features the classic front sight and "semi buckhorn" rear adjustable sight. The serial number is 406400B denoting the year of manufacture as 1892. The engraving on the top of the barrel is clear, with a bit of