The Winchester 1873 Carbine in .44-40 Win is a modern recreation of one of America's most iconic lever-action rifles—the gun that won the West. This satin oil-finished carbine brings authentic period styling and proven .44-40 performance to hunters, historical shooters, and collectors who want the real deal, not a distant copy. With a 20-inch barrel, walnut straight-grip stock, and classic blued steel furniture, it handles like the original while delivering reliable lever-action reliability you can count on in the field or at the range.
Built for hunters and sport shooters who appreciate timeless design, this carbine balances historical authenticity with practical usability. The 10-round magazine capacity, smooth steel loading gate, and lightweight profile make it equally at home on a saddle, in brush country, or at a cowboy action shoot. The .44-40 Win cartridge—a legendary hunting and self-defense round—delivers effective performance on medium game and targets at typical hunting distances. Semi-buckhorn rear sights with a Marble Arms Gold Bead front sight get you on target without unnecessary complication, and the receiver tang is drilled and tapped if you want to add an optional tang-mounted sight for a more refined aiming setup.
The carbine strap buttplate and saddle ring honor the original's working-rifle heritage, while the satin oil finish on the walnut stock develops character and patina with use. Every detail—from the barrel band to the blued steel receiver—reflects Winchester's commitment to capturing the look and feel of the 1873. This is a rifle for shooters who know the difference between authentic and kitsch, and who refuse to compromise.
| Caliber | .44-40 Win |
| Barrel Length | 20 inches |
| Overall Length | 39 inches |
| Length of Pull | 13 inches |
| Drop at Comb | 1 3/4 inches |
| Drop at Heel | 3 inches |
| Weight | 7 lbs 4 oz |
| Magazine Capacity | 10 rounds |
| Twist Rate | 1 in 26 inches |
| Stock Finish | Satin oil |
The carbine ships with a semi-buckhorn rear sight and a Marble Arms Gold Bead front sight. The receiver tang is also drilled and tapped if you want to install an optional tang-mounted rear sight for a more precise sight picture (that sight is sold separately).
The receiver is drilled and tapped for a tang-mounted rear sight, but no mounting points for scopes or modern optics are mentioned in the factory specifications. If you're considering modifications, contact a gunsmith familiar with Winchester lever actions.
The .44-40 Win is a classic hunting and sport-shooting round with a long heritage in lever-action rifles. It's suitable for medium game hunting and is popular in cowboy action shooting competitions and historical sport-shooting events.
Yes, this carbine includes a blued steel saddle ring, honoring the working-rifle design of the original 1873. The saddle ring lets you secure the rifle to saddle rigging, though the saddle itself is not included.
Firearm Shipments:
To buy rifles or shotguns, you must be 18 years old, and for handguns, actions, or receivers, the minimum age is 21. By placing an order for this firearm, you confirm that you are the legitimate transferee/buyer, meet the legal age requirements, and comply with all Federal, State, and local laws and regulations necessary to purchase this firearm.
We only ship firearms to valid Federal Firearms License (FFL) holders. At checkout we provide a FFL locator for your convenience.
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