About the Winchester 1873 Sporter .357 Magnum/.38 Special 24" Octagon Rifle, Case Hardened

The Winchester 1873 Sporter in .357 Magnum/.38 Special has a 24-inch full octagon barrel and a steel receiver with a color case hardened finish. It holds 14 rounds and operates via lever-action.

Features

• Receiver: Steel, color case hardened, with a steel loading gate. The rear tang is drilled and tapped for a tang-mounted rear sight (sight not included).
• Barrel: 24-inch full octagon, polished blued finish, and a full-length magazine tube.
• Action: Lever-action.
• Stock: Grade II/III walnut with a straight grip, classic rifle-style forearm, and a steel fore-end cap.
• Sights: Semi-buckhorn rear sight and a Marble’s gold bead front sight.
• Buttplate: Color case hardened crescent buttplate.

This rifle is a good option for those interested in historical firearms or for hunters pursuing smaller game where a .357 Magnum/.38 Special is appropriate within Utah’s hunting regulations. It’s also suitable for recreational shooting at the range or for those looking for a classic lever-action style for home defense. The .357 Magnum offers stopping power, while the .38 Special provides a lower-recoiling option for practice. The drilled and tapped receiver allows for customization with aftermarket sights.