It is hard to imagine a more beautiful representation of the Model '73 mystique than that of the Short Rifle. With its steel color case hardened receiver and classic round barrel with traditional sights this rifle is as ready for serious shooting and hunting as the originals were over 140 years ago. Known as "The Gun That Won The West" the Model 1873 is certainly ready to win for you this century in cowboy action competition.

Features:

• Grade III/IV Walnut straight grip stock with a satin oil finish that’s velvet smooth to the touch
• Classic rifle-style forearm with forearm cap for the timeless look and feel of the original Model 1873
• Elegant color case hardening on the robust steel receiver lever crescent buttplate and forearm cap protect against corrosion
• Crescent buttplate slips right into your shoulder for a more solid hold from any shooting position
• Semi-Buckhorn rear sight with marble arms gold bead front sight gets you on target quickly
• Steel loading gate for smoother loading 
• Receiver top tang is drilled and tapped for an optional tang-mounted rear sight for a more precise sight picture