The Cimarron 1873 Saddle Rifle is a lever-action rifle chambered in .357 Mag / .38 Special with an 18-inch barrel and 10+1 capacity. The case-hardened receiver, blued barrel, and walnut straight-grip stock give it the look and feel of the original 1873 Winchester design. Weight runs 8 lbs. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Cimarron Firearms 
• Model: 1873 Saddle Rifle 
• Caliber: .357 Mag / .38 Special 
• Action Type: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 18 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Finish: Color Case Hardened/Blued/Walnut 
• Weight: 8 lbs (128 oz) 
• Stock Material: Walnut Straight Grip 
   

Detailed Features 

The lever action cycles quickly and handles follow-up shots well. The case-hardened receiver paired with the blued barrel resists wear and corrosion. The hand-checkered walnut grip provides a secure hold during extended sessions. A fixed front sight and adjustable rear sight give serviceable accuracy out of the box. 
 

Usage 

The 18-inch barrel and .357 Mag / .38 Spl chambering make this a practical saddle rifle for small to medium game hunting. The dual-caliber capability means you can run .38 Special for practice and switch to .357 Magnum when you need more. At 8 lbs it handles well enough for sport shooting competitions, though some shooters feel the weight on longer field carries. Cowboy action events and historical collecting are the other natural uses.

The Cimarron 1873 Classic in .357 Mag draws consistent praise for its build quality and the smooth lever action. Owners describe the walnut stock and overall fit as solid and well-finished. Accuracy with the .357 Magnum chambering is generally rated positively for both hunting ranges and target work.

The critiques that come up most often are weight and maintenance. At 8 lbs, a few users expected it to be lighter for a lever-action rifle. And while it isn't particularly finicky, some note it needs more regular attention than modern semi-auto platforms. Neither issue is surprising given the platform.

For shooters focused on cowboy action events or who want a working representation of the 1873 design, this rifle fits the bill well.