Winchester Model 1873 .38 WCF Lever-Action Rifle
DESCRIPTION
WINCHESTER 1873 SPORTING RIFLE .38 WCF COLLECTOR'S Rifle. Good condition, 24" Barrel. Shootable Bore Lever Action Manufactured in 1888, SPECIAL ORDER ITEMS; " Fancy Grade Walnut Stock, Express Style Folding Leaf Rear Sight, Octagon Barrel". Overall Dark Brown Patina Finish Rifling is Lightly Pitted, with Drift Adjustable Front Sight, Single Stage Trigger with Exposed Hammer. Brass Lifter, Curved Metal Butt Plate with Cleaning Rod Compartment. Includes Letter from Cody Firearms Museum.
Estate & Gun Consignment Auction #98
Auction Result
Lot
98058
Hammer Price
$1,050
Sold On
Nov 16, 2025
Hammer price excludes buyer’s premium
COLLECTOR NOTES
The model represents a recognized period or design lineage that is actively followed by maker- and military-focused collectors. Collector interest depends on originality, completeness, mechanical condition, and the model-specific features recorded for this lot.
SPECIFICATIONS
Manufacturer:
Winchester
Model:
Model 1873
Caliber:
.38 WCF
Action:
Lever-Action Rifle
Barrel Length:
24"
Condition:
Good Condition
Serial Number:
272889B
