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Winchester's 'New' Model 1873 (Page 2)

The lever-action Winchester Model 1873, the company’s first center-fire, is a classic piece of Americana, and its iconic lines are instantly recognizable. Now it is back in the Winchester catalog, and the barrels are roll-marked “Winchester” for the first time since 1919.

By Philip Schreier (RSS)

October 24, 2013

Winchester Model 1873
Manufacturer: Miroku Firearms Mfg. Co., Japan
Importer: Winchester Repeating Arms Co. (Dept. AR), 275 Winchester Ave., Morgan, UT 84050; (800) 333-3288;
Caliber: .357 Mag. (.38 Spl.)
Action Type: lever-action, center-fire repeating rifle
Receiver: blued steel


Barrel: 20", round
Rifling: six-groove, 1:183⁄4" RH twist
Magazine: tubular under-barrel, 10-round capacity (11 rounds of .38 Spl.)
Sights: Marble’s gold bead front, semi-buckhorn rear elevator adjustable for elevation; drift adjustable for windage
Trigger: single-stage, 3-lb., 14-oz. pull
Stock: oil-stained walnut: length of pull, 13", drop at heel, 3"; drop at comb, 1¾"
Overall Length: 39"
Weight: 7 lbs., 4 ozs.
Accessories: lock, owner’s manual
Suggested Retail Price: $1,300 (Short Rifle), $1,580 (Case Hardened)

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11 Responses to Winchester's 'New' Model 1873 (Page 2)

Earle Smith wrote:
December 03, 2013

I've purchased a few of the new Winchesters: 2 1886s and an 1892 and they shoot and function better than the originals. With the exception of the tang safety, I would say that these are truly terrific rifles and are better built than the originals. The actions are as smooth as glass, right out of the box and they are dead on accurate.

kris wrote:
November 14, 2013

I bought one of the last 'Made in USA' Model 94s. It is a .357 magnum Trails End, Color Case frame and hexagonal barrell. The finish on the lever is very rough and the rifle is very sensitive to ammunition. mis-feeding is common. On the other hand I also have a Model 1895 take down in .30-'06. Made in Japan. The color case finish is superb and the action is smoother than any other rifle I have owned. I would not hesitate to purchase the new Model 1873s.

Fontan Louis wrote:
November 10, 2013

I aggry with your comment,the same problems for french iconic products,the 1873 is a american legend,exclusively made in America,sorry for my poor english

MAJOR G. J. LEE, RETIRED wrote:
November 06, 2013

I BOUGHT A MARLIN 336 & AM VERY SATISFIED WITH IT. I WON'T EVEN LET ANYBODY IN MY FAMILY BUY A JAPANESE CAR !!

Kirk Holmes wrote:
November 06, 2013

I agree with Chip! If the Model 1873 (and all other levers i.e. 94, etc) were made in the U.S.A., I would glady pay a premium .... my great-grandfathers from the 1800's, and grandfathers through the 1900's (all Winchester toting men) are sure to be rolling over in their graves. ** RIP Winchester New Haven Conn.**

Barry wrote:
November 06, 2013

It is a shame that Winchester can't get an American Co to make an AMERICAN ICON, definately wouldn't spend the money to send it to Japan. Get it together Winchester, keep jobs in America, maybe less profits but employ Americans!

Chip wrote:
November 04, 2013

I am truly saddened to see yet another American icon made outside the U.S. I would happily spend $1500 IF this American company were making thier product HERE!

Joe J Huro, Jr. wrote:
November 04, 2013

I would righter have a Marlin 1894 Lever Action in the .357 Mag. @ less than half that price.

Alan wrote:
November 02, 2013

I was very excited to see the return of such an AMERICAN icon. I have a safe full of Winchesters, some have been handed down for generations. All are made in the U.S.A. You cant imagine my disappointment when I saw that yet another 'Iconic American Rifle' is actually a Japanese imposter! SHAME ON YOU, AGAIN, WINCHESTER!!!!

Abe wrote:
October 30, 2013

For 1580 dollars, I can get a Rossi .45 lever, a Rossi 357 lever, and a Rossi 30-30 lever. And they all work. But the Winchester is nice.

Bill wrote:
October 29, 2013

When will the sporter be available and where can I order one