Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1886 - Serial 205032B U.S. Badges The serial number indicates production

The serial number indicates production in 1878

so it was converted to the new Short MLE configuration

The arsenal grease on the blade has protected it from oxidation completely

over a 3rd Battalion

known as a Blue Cloth helmet has all of its Gilt brass mounts including the Regimental Gilded Helmet Plate bearing the Regiment's "CASTLE KEEP" insignia to center

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1886 - Serial 205032B U.S. Badges The serial number indicates productionOriginal Item: Only One Available. "The Gun that Won the West!" This very fine rifle is in . 44 40 caliber with a desirable 24" octagonal barrel. It is correctly marked 44 W. C. F. over the chamber, with MODEL. 1873. on the receiver tang. Features the classic blade front sight and iconic aftermarket "buckhorn" rear adjustable sight, with a full length magazine tube. The serial number is 205032B denoting the year of manufacture as 1886. The engraving