Taylor’s & Company Reliable 1873 Lever-Action Rifle 44-40, Blued Steel & Walnut, 19″ Barrel

Description

The Taylor’s & Company 1873 rifle is a 44-40 lever action rifle that brings the golden era of the American frontier back to life. Step back into the golden era of the American frontier with the Taylor’s & Company 1873 lever-action rifle, built to honor one of the most recognizable rifle actions in firearms history. Chambered in the classic 44-40 cartridge, this rifle blends old-world styling with the dependable, everyday performance today’s shooters expect from a working rifle rather than a display piece.

The action is smooth-cycling and built around a blued steel receiver that carries a deep, traditional finish while standing up to years of range time, hunting trips, and cowboy action matches. Inside, a 19-inch barrel is cut with a 1-in-36-inch twist rate, giving the 44-40 round the stability it needs for consistent groups at typical lever-gun distances. Overall length comes in at just under 38 inches, and at roughly 7.5 pounds unloaded the rifle carries easily whether it is slung over a shoulder on a hunt or racked on a bench between stages.

Taylor’s & Company 1873 Rifle Features

Feeding the action is a tubular magazine holding 10 rounds plus one in the chamber, giving shooters a generous 11-shot capacity before a reload is needed. A buckhorn rear sight paired with a blade front sight keeps the sight picture fast and uncomplicated, well suited to the quick target transitions common in cowboy action shooting as well as slower, deliberate shots at the range. Because the sights are fixed, there is nothing to fuss with before a match or hunt.

Wood furniture on this rifle is genuine walnut, shaped into a traditional stock and forend and finished to bring out the wood’s natural grain and color. The warm tone of the walnut plays nicely against the blued steel of the receiver and barrel, giving the rifle a classic look that matches its classic mechanism. A hammer safety is built into the action, adding a layer of protection for anyone carrying the rifle with a round in the chamber.

This rifle suits a wide range of shooters. Cowboy action competitors will appreciate the fast lever throw and reliable extraction that keep runs moving quickly, while collectors and history-minded shooters will enjoy owning a rifle that captures the look and feel of the guns that helped define the era of westward expansion. Hunters chasing deer or hogs at moderate ranges will find the 44-40 cartridge more than capable in the right hands, and the rifle’s balance makes it comfortable to carry through a full day afield.

Taylor’s & Company has built a reputation on faithfully reproducing classic firearm designs while incorporating the fit, finish, and reliability modern shooters demand, and this 1873 lever-action rifle reflects that approach throughout. Whether it is the newest addition to a lever-action collection or a first step into cowboy action shooting, this rifle offers dependable performance wrapped in a design that has stood the test of time.

Care for this blued walnut lever action rifle is simple: keep the bore and action lightly oiled, wipe down the walnut furniture after wet range days, and store it in a dry environment to protect the blued finish from surface rust. Many owners pair this cowboy action rifle 44-40 with a matching single-action revolver in the same chambering, simplifying ammunition needs for a full weekend of matches or a day at the range. Whether you shoot it in competition or simply enjoy it on weekend range trips, this rifle is built to be used, not just displayed.

As with all firearms sold by MAG5 Firearms, this rifle must be purchased through a licensed FFL dealer and is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Please contact us with any questions about transfer requirements in your area before placing an order.