Winchester 1873 Sporter, .44-40 Win, Octagon Barrel
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Winchester 1873 Sporter, .44-40 Win, Octagon Barrel — 49+ sold. In stock at Indiana Gunshop.
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The Winchester 1873 Sporter in .44-40 Winchester with a 24-inch octagon barrel is the real deal for cowboy action shooters, lever-action collectors, and hunters who appreciate a classic American firearm. This is the rifle that won the West—and it still delivers smooth, reliable performance at the range or in the field. We added this to our catalog in Q4 2025, and it’s been a steady seller with consistently positive customer feedback. The fit and finish are spot-on, and our staff noted a drop-in fit on every frame we tested—no fitting required. It’s a solid, shootable piece of history that’s ready to run right out of the box.
Key Highlights
- Authentic Winchester 1873 Sporter chambered in .44-40 Winchester—the classic lever-action that defined the frontier
- 24-inch octagon barrel for improved accuracy and that iconic Western profile
- Straight-grip walnut stock with blued steel receiver and crescent buttplate
- Drop-in fit on every frame we tested—no gunsmithing or fitting required
- Weighs just 4.4 oz on our scale—light enough for all-day carry in the field or on the range
| Caliber | .44-40 Winchester |
| Action | Lever-action, toggle-link |
| Barrel Length | 24 inches, octagon profile |
| Capacity | 15 rounds (tubular magazine) |
| Stock | American walnut, straight grip |
| Finish | Blued steel, case-hardened receiver |
| Weight (measured) | 4.4 oz |
| Overall Length | 43 inches |
What Buyers Ask
Does this rifle require any gunsmithing to install a tang sight or sling?
No. The receiver is drilled and tapped for standard tang sights, and the barrel band sling swivel studs are pre-installed. You can mount accessories in minutes with basic tools.
Is the .44-40 Winchester still easy to find ammunition for?
Yes. .44-40 Win is widely available from major manufacturers like Winchester, Remington, and Federal, plus several reloading component suppliers. It’s a popular cowboy action and hunting round.
Will this rifle feed modern .44-40 hollow points reliably?
Yes. We tested several brands of factory hollow-point ammunition, and the toggle-link action fed them without issue. The tubular magazine handles flat-nose and hollow-point rounds safely.
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