This third model variation Winchester Model 1873 Lever Action Rifle was manufactured in 1896 with a special order 32 inch barrel. Equipped with a German silver blade front sight and elevation adjustable rear sight. The top barrel flat has the two-line address/patent information ahead of the rear sight and "44 WCF" at the breech. The upper tang is marked "MODEL. 1873." The serial is marked on the lower tang, and the bottom of the brass cartridge elevator is marked "44 CAL." Mounted with a nicely figured, smooth walnut forearm with a metal forend cap and straight grip stock with a crescent buttplate with compartment (cleaning rod not included).

Very good. The rifle has a smooth dark brown patina overall with traces of original blue finish in the protected areas. There is an area of deep pitting near the muzzle which as been artificially browned. The magazine tube is a replacement and retains 20% faded blue finish with artificial brown touch up visible near the muzzle. The freshened wood is fine showing some minor pressure dents and scratches. Mechanically fine.