Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Saddle Ring Carbine .44-40, 19-inch Barrel (1889 Antique)
This Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Saddle Ring Carbine is an 1889-produced, .44-40 Win. antique with classic carbine configuration and hallmark Third Model features. It pairs a 19-inch round barrel and full-length tubular magazine with an integral dust-cover rail receiver, brass cartridge lifter, and a left-side saddle ring — a configuration valued by shooters and collectors alike.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings present and areas of finish loss from prior handling and use. Please refer to the photos for additional detail.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1873 Third Model Saddle Ring Carbine chambered in .44-40 Win.
The Third Model receiver features an integral dust-cover rail and a saddle ring on the left side, reflecting the period-correct configuration for carbine use. The action is the traditional Winchester toggle-link design with an external hammer and a standard-size lever loop.
Its 19-inch round carbine barrel is secured by two barrel bands. Sighting is straightforward and period-appropriate, with a front blade mounted on the front barrel band and a barrel-mounted rear sight with a sliding elevator, all in open iron sight format.
Chambered in .44-40 Win., this carbine feeds from a full-length tubular magazine with a 10+1 capacity. The brass cartridge lifter is a defining Model 1873 feature and contributes to the rifle’s recognizable look and operation.
Walnut furniture includes a straight-grip stock with a carbine steel buttplate that has a trapdoor, and a walnut forend. The length of pull measures 12.75 inches. Made in the United States in 1889, this rifle qualifies as an antique.