Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1890 Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly Weight: 420kg (926lb)

Weight: 420kg (926lb)

and is maker marked on the underside

Blade length is approximately 27" with a long gracefully tapered tang

The BAR's rear sight scales were also modified to accommodate the newly standardized M2 Ball ammunition with its lighter

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1890 Category_MG 42 Bolt & Barrel Assembly Weight: 420kg (926lb)Original 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. Serial number 340950B denotes year of manufacture as 1890. Original walnut stocks are in very good solid condition with very minor dings and scratches from use and age and lots of original finish remaining. Very crisp tight action in fully functional condition with the original dust cover. Nice bore