Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Repeating Rifle Made in 1888 with 24" Round Barrel, Cleaning Rod, and Factory Letter - Serial 279684B Scabbards & Sheaths so this is definitely a

so this is definitely a carbine that saw a good amount of use while in service

Helmets of this size are always hard to find on the market

and it still has a complete and intact handle

The stock has been arsenal reconditioned several times

most likely due to some nicks or dents in the blade

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Repeating Rifle Made in 1888 with 24" Round Barrel, Cleaning Rod, and Factory Letter - Serial 279684B Scabbards & Sheaths so this is definitely aOriginal Item: Only One Available. "The Gun that Won the West!" This wonderful honest used Winchester repeating rifle is in . 44 40 caliber, correctly marked with 44 W. C. F. on the left barrel facet and 44 CAL. on the bottom of the brass carrier block. It features a very nice 24" heavy round barrel and full length magazine tube. As with all examples, it is marked MODEL. 1873. on the upper receiver tang. Features a replacement brass front blade sight