The Cimarron 1873 Deluxe Sporting is a lever-action rifle chambered in .44-40 Winchester. It has a 24-inch barrel and holds 13+1 rounds. The stock is hand-checkered walnut with a pistol grip, and the frame is case hardened with a blue/black finish. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Cimarron 
• Model: 1873 Deluxe 
• Caliber: .44-40 Winchester 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Capacity: 13+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 24 inches 
• Color/Finish: Blue/Black, Case Hardened Frame 
   

Detailed Features 

• 24-inch barrel in a sporting lever-action configuration 
• Hand-checkered walnut stock with pistol grip 
• Case hardened frame with blue/black finish 
• 13+1 round capacity 
• .44-40 Winchester chambering in a classic 1873-pattern platform

Owners of the Cimarron 1873 Deluxe Sporting praise the fit and finish for the price, particularly the hand-checkered walnut stock and the case hardened frame. It draws comparisons to more expensive Italian-made replicas, and most owners feel it holds up favorably.

The 24-inch barrel in .44-40 Winchester gets positive marks for balance and pointability on the range. Cowboy action shooters use this model regularly and appreciate the smooth lever throw. A minority report needing a light action job out of the box before the lever runs as slick as they want.

Value perception is strong, though some owners note the .44-40 Winchester chambering limits ammunition availability compared to more common lever-gun calibers. Those who handload are generally happier with the ongoing cost of ownership than those buying factory rounds.