Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Sporting .357 Mag/.38 Spl Lever-Action, 24.25" Half-Octagon Barrel, Case-Hardened, Miroku 2018
This Winchester Model 1873 Deluxe Sporting stands out with its 24.25" half-octagon/half-round steel barrel, color case-hardened receiver and furniture, and finely checkered straight-grip walnut stock and forend. Chambered for .357 Magnum with .38 Special compatibility, it uses the classic toggle-link mechanism and a full-length tubular magazine rated at 13 rounds. Made by Miroku in Japan, imported by BACO, and date-coded "ZP" for 2018, it combines period-correct features with precise modern manufacture.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: This rifle is in phenomenal shape with minimal signs of use. The color case-hardened metal and checkered walnut furniture show only light evidence of handling.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1873 instruction manual
Built in the Deluxe Sporting configuration, this Model 1873 features a color case-hardened receiver, lever, forend cap, and crescent buttplate paired with a checkered straight-grip walnut stock and matching checkered walnut forend. The length of pull measures 13.25, offering a traditional fit with the classic crescent plate.
The 24.25" half-octagon/half-round steel barrel provides the period-correct profile and balance. Iron sights include a gold/brass-bead blade front and a semi-buckhorn rear with an elevator for elevation adjustments.
Chambering is marked on the barrel as "WINCHESTER Model 1873 - Caliber 357 Mag - 38 Spl ONLY," and the brass carrier block is stamped "Cal. 357/38." A full-length tubular magazine offers a 13-round capacity.
Manufactured by Miroku in Japan and imported by BACO, Inc., Morgan, Utah, this rifle retains the classic toggle-link mechanism that defines the 1873 design. The "ZP" date code indicates 2018 production.