Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Repeating Rifle with Heavy Round Barrel made in 1881 - Serial 81187 Antique Smith & Wessons The cap nipple has been

The cap nipple has been replaced long ago

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The scabbard is constructed of heavy silver plated metal

Emerson Blanton Dawson served aboard the USS Sibley (APA-206) during World War Two

A Cross Belt plate was worn on the white buff belt slung across an Infantryman's shoulder and chest

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Repeating Rifle with Heavy Round Barrel made in 1881 - Serial 81187 Antique Smith & Wessons The cap nipple has beenOriginal Item: Only One Available. "The Gun that Won the West!" This wonderful Winchester repeating rifle is in . 44 40 caliber, confirmed by testing the chamber with spent cartridge, as the caliber markings have worn off. It features a desirable 24" heavy round barrel and full length magazine tube. As with all examples, it is marked MODEL. 1873. on the upper receiver tang. Features the classic front sight and a "flat top" rear adjustable sight. The