Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1893 - Serial 453753 Snider Rifle Accessories The rear sight was also

The rear sight was also replaced with a Gewehr 1888 sight

Curb weight: 1

ones like this were salvaged by USGIs who wanted to bring home a trophy of war

which is why the grips and motto are somewhat loose

The battle was waged in both Gordon and Whitfield counties

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1893 - Serial 453753 Snider Rifle Accessories The rear sight was alsoOriginal Item: Only One Available. "The Gun that Won the West!" This very fine rifle is in . 44 40 caliber (marked . 44 W. C. F. above the chamber) with a standard 24" octagonal barrel. Features the classic front sight and a "semi buckhorn" rear sight, and has a full length magazine tube. The serial number is 453753B denoting the year of manufacture as 1893. The engraving on top of the barrel is clear: WINCHESTER'S REPEATING ARMS. NEW HAVEN, CONN. U.