Original U.S. Winchester First Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel Serial 29831 - Made in 1879 Category_Lock Assembly and we believe them to

and we believe them to be functional

The rear of the helmet near the edge is stamped with production code BB 65

Additionally the tsuka (handle) and both sides of the blade tang are marked ホ 七 四

The musket complete with original period double ended ramrod

Of Note: Due to the "continuous" service clause in the award criteria

Original U.S. Winchester First Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel Serial 29831 - Made in 1879 Category_Lock Assembly and we believe them toOriginal 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 the more desirable