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Model 1873 Sporter Octagon Curved Grip Color Case Hardened
Lever-action left-hand-friendly · 44-40 WIN
The Winchester Model 1873 Sporter Octagon Curved Grip Color Case Hardened is a left-hand-friendly lever action rifle chambered in 44-40 WIN. Its substantial build pairs a 24-inch barrel with a 8 lb listed weight, suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry. It wears a black walnut black walnut stock and polished blued; color case metalwork.
Price
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Caliber
44-40 WIN
Magazine
14 rounds
Barrel
24"
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Scope base & rings
Match the base to this action's footprint, then pick ring height for your objective diameter.
Riflescope
Heavier rifles usually mean longer shots — worth the magnification and a repeatable turret.
Bipod
At this weight the rifle is usually shot from a rest rather than offhand.
Sling
Carry side is personal — a simple two-point sling works from either shoulder.
44-40 WIN ammunition
Most rifles shoot one load noticeably better than the rest — buy a few boxes before committing.
Hard case
Required for airline travel and worth it for any drive to a hunt.
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Is the Winchester Model 1873 Sporter Octagon Curved Grip Color Case Hardened right for you?
The Model 1873 Sporter Octagon Curved Grip Color Case Hardened is best suited to brush hunting, ranch work, and classic woods carry.
Browse more left-handed 44-40 Win rifles, lever action rifles, or the full Winchester left-handed lineup.
Key features
- Left-hand-friendly layout for southpaw shooters
- 8 lb listed weight (substantial)
- 24" barrel in 44-40 WIN
- Black walnut Black Walnut stock
- Polished Blued; Color Case metal finish
- Magazine: 14 rounds; full-length tube
- MSRP around $2,010
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