Winchester Model 1873
('73)

Probably one of the most famous of all Winchester leverguns, the '73's reputation was not diminished by it's starring role in Jimmy Stewart's movie "Winchester 73". Having a production life of over 50 years with more than 700,000 being made, the rifle was made in .32-20 WCF, .38-40 WCF and .44-40 WCF calibers.

The action was of the "toggle link" design, not the strongest design, but more than adequate for blackpowder.  CLICK HERE for a look at the toggle link action.

The variations that it was made in are almost innumerable. There were 3 basic models, carbine, rifle and musket. The most famous of all are the "1 of 100" and "1 of 1000" models.  There were only 8 of the "1 of 100" and only 136 "1 of 1000" models made.