Original U.S. Winchester First Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Round Barrel Serial 23292 - Made in 1877 Helmets though there are areas of

though there are areas of pitting and oxidation

The lid is secured with two suitcase style locks

25" across the lid

including the Siege of Yorktown

Original U.S. Winchester First Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Round Barrel Serial 23292 - Made in 1877 Helmets though there are areas ofOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is it! This is a very rare FIRST MODEL Winchester 1873, and is one of the earliest that we have had! These were only produced for about 6 years ending in late 1879. This rifle is in the very popular . 44 40 caliber, the same as the Colt Frontier 1873 Revolver which allowed the owner to use the same ammunition for both rifle and handgun. This really is "The Gun that Won the West!" This example has a 24" round barrel