Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel and Peep Sight - Manufactured in 1888 Flintlocks we found just one original

we found just one original unissued case of these U

I bet they knew we were Finns

These are seen extensively in pictures from the WWII eastern front and are an important part of a WW2 collection

These very flintlocks are featured on pages 24-29

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel and Peep Sight - Manufactured in 1888 Flintlocks we found just one originalOriginal Item: "The Gun that Won the West!" This very fine rifle is in . 44 40 caliber (. 44 WCF) with a 24" octagonal barrel and full length magazine tube. This particular Winchester has been customized with a tang mounted rear peep sight, and an adjustable front sight with both bladed and ring shroud sights. The serial number is 237180B denoting the year of manufacture as 1884. Stocks are in very good solid condition, a with expected dings, small