Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1889 British Bayonets Of very interesting construction

Of very interesting construction

Each is constructed like a rifle with wood stock and cup steel butt plate the action and barrel are just a tube

For years we had the fluted Carry Cans but no Masks (the soldiers used to throw away the masks and use the cans for personal items)

This reversed cone layout has had its critics

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1889 British Bayonets Of very interesting constructionOriginal Item: The gun that won the west! This fine rifle is in . 38 40 caliber (. 38 WCF) with a 24 inch octagonal barrel and full length magazine tube. Features include original walnut stock and a very nice mature patina finish. Serial number 220574B denotes year of manufacture as 1889. Stock is in solid condition with minor dings and scratches from use and age with much original finish remaining. Very crisp tight action in fully functional