Description
The Winchester Model 1873 Short 357-38 20 is a lever action rifle from Winchester in 357-38 with a 20 inch barrel, finished in Color Case and Brushed Polish. This listing is UPC 048702003592, Winchester item 534202137. Winchester lists it at 7 lbs 4 oz and 39 inches overall.
Winchester Model 1873 Short 357-38 20 Overview
The Model 1873 is the gun that won the West, a classic toggle link lever action made today by Miroku in Japan with modern steel and craftsmanship. This version is the Model 1873 Short Rifle Color Case Hardened.
Action and Trigger
The lever action cycles quickly from the shoulder, and the tubular magazine holds 10 rounds. Use flat or round nose bullets in a tube magazine for safety, as many lever guns require.
Barrel
The 20 inch steel barrel has a sporter contour and a 1 in 18 3/4 inch twist. The metal wears Color Case and Brushed Polish.
Stock and Fit
The black walnut stock has a oil finish and none. Winchester lists a 13 inch length of pull and a Crescent Metal.
Key Features
Winchester builds the Model 1873 Short Rifle Color Case Hardened for dependable accuracy in the field.
The 357-38
The 357-38 is a proven chambering. Match your bullet weight and construction to the game you hunt, and practice at the distances you expect to shoot.
Deer Hunting and More
This rifle suits deer hunting and, depending on caliber, hogs, black bear and other game. Confirm your zero before the season.
Buying Tips
Budget for optics, rings and ammo, and practice at the distances you expect to shoot.
Care and Value
Wipe the metal down after wet hunts, clean the bore regularly and store the rifle in a dry place. Winchester rifles hold their value well.
State Laws
Rifles are legal to own in every state, though some limit semi-auto rifles, magazine capacity and hunting calibers. Pennsylvania buyers can transfer at our Collegeville shop or at any FFL.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Winchester
- Model: Model 1873 Short Rifle Color Case Hardened (534202137)
- UPC: 048702003592
- Caliber: 357-38
- Barrel Length: 20 in.
- Overall Length: 39 in.
- Length of Pull: 13 in.
- Drop at Comb: 1 3/4
- Drop at Heel: 3
- Weight: 7 lbs 4 oz
- Magazine Capacity: 10
- Twist Rate: 18 3/4
- Barrel Finish: Brushed Polish
- Stock Finish: Oil
- Wood Grade: Grade II/III
- Receiver Finish: Color Case
- Chamber Finish: Polished
- Barrel Material: Steel
- Barrel Contour: Sporter
- Stock Material: Black Walnut
- Recoil Pad: Crescent Metal
- Pistol Grip Cap: None
- Checkering: None
- Sling Swivel Studs: None
- Receiver Material: Steel
- Trigger Finish: Brushed Polish
- Bolt Slide Finish: Brushed Polish
- Magazine Type: Full-Length Tube
- Trigger Material: Steel
- Trigger Guard Material: Steel
- Trigger Guard Engraving: None
- Drilled and Tapped for Scope: No
Before You Buy
Federal law requires this firearm to ship to a licensed FFL dealer for transfer with a background check. Buyers must be 18 or older. Winchester photos may show another caliber, gauge or barrel length of the same model.
Who It Is For
The Winchester Model 1873 Short 357-38 20 is a great fit for shooters who love a classic Winchester lever gun for hunting, cowboy action or just shooting.
Buy the Winchester Model 1873 Short 357-38 20 at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Winchester Model 1873 Short 357-38 20 online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Winchester.
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