Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1890 Books & Films Mel Sterling

Mel Sterling

The ground echelon moved for final processing at Camp Douglas

This example has been completely restored and refinished

The next morning

Two beautifully and inconspicuously done "cut outs" in the wheel wells of the tub were made behind both the drver and passenger seats

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel - Manufactured in 1890 Books & Films Mel SterlingOriginal 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. Features include original upgraded fine grain stock, with a repair to the lower end of the butt stock. Serial number 352586B denotes year of manufacture as 1890. Stock is in great condition with few minor dings from use and age with much original finish remaining. The lower end of the buttstock has a