Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Repeating Rifle with Factory Replaced Octagonal Barrel made in 1886 - Serial 217479B French Gun Magazines who was wounded in action

who was wounded in action while serving with Company G

The helmet has a rare "Red Patch" insignia painted on the front and reverse sides

As the Tropical Combat Uniform (jungle fatigues) became more plentiful in South Vietnam

with a great nickel plated finish and wonderfully aged ivory grips

All straps and components appear to be present and are still functioning

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Repeating Rifle with Factory Replaced Octagonal Barrel made in 1886 - Serial 217479B French Gun Magazines who was wounded in actionOriginal 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 desirable 24 inch octagonal barrel, which looks to have been replaced at the Winchester factory itself, along with a full length magazine tube. As with all examples, it is marked MODEL.