Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1889 Spanish American War but the initial slow rate

but the initial slow rate of production meant that the MAB 38 only became available in large numbers in 1943

a nominally private railway company

303 caliber magazine rifle that saw service throughout the Empire in the final years of Queen Victoria's reign

Perfect for reenactors and collectors

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1889 Spanish American War but the initial slow rateOriginal Item: The gun that won the west! This fine rifle is in . 38 40 caliber (. 38 WCF) with a 24 inch octagonal barrel and full length magazine tube. Features include original upgraded fine grain stock, with lots of original bluing on the metalwork. Serial number 285467 denotes year of manufacture as 1889. Stock is in very goo condition with few minor dings from use and age with much original finish remaining. Barrel and action retain about 95%