The Cimarron 1873 Sporting Rifle is a lever-action chambered in .357 Mag with a 24.25-inch octagon barrel, 13-round capacity, and a case-hardened / blued finish. Weight is 8.2 lbs. Manufactured by Uberti in Italy for Cimarron Firearms. Model number CA276. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .357 Mag 
• Barrel Length: 24.25 inches 
• Capacity: 13 rounds 
• Weight: 8.2 lbs. 
• Finish: Case Hardened with Blue accents 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Manufacturer: Cimarron Firearms (Made by Uberti, Italy) 
• Model Number: CA276 
   

Detailed Features 

 
The 24.25-inch octagon barrel is the defining visual element and contributes some muzzle-forward weight that steadies hold during aimed fire. The checkered walnut stock gives a positive grip without being aggressive. Sights are an adjustable buckhorn rear paired with a blade front. Traditional and effective for the caliber's effective range. The external hammer firing system is the period-correct design: full cock, half cock, and down. 
 
.357 Mag in a rifle-length barrel produces noticeably better velocity than a handgun of the same caliber, which extends the practical range on deer-sized game. The 13-round tube magazine means you won't be reloading often.

Discussions around the Cimarron 1873 Sporting Rifle in .357 Mag with the 24-inch barrel and case-hardened finish tend toward the positive, with some practical observations.

The historical connection draws strong appreciation. Many owners specifically want a rifle that looks and handles like the original Winchester lever guns, and the Uberti-built Cimarron delivers on that. The case-hardened finish is consistently praised. The color variation is attractive and gives each rifle a slightly individual character.

Smooth action and reliability come up often. Users report the lever cycles cleanly and the rifle functions well at the range and in the field. A small number of owners note that action smoothness improves after a break-in period.

Accuracy at reasonable distances is generally well-regarded. Most users are satisfied with the performance, though some experiment with different .357 loads to find the most consistent results for their barrel.

Weight is noted as a factor by some users. At 8.2 lbs. with the 24-inch octagon barrel, it's not a light carry rifle; that's typical for this style and the length. It doesn't surprise informed buyers, but it comes up in the field reports.

Parts availability and service access are flagged occasionally. Uberti-built rifles have reasonable parts support, but it's narrower than for domestic manufacturers, which matters to buyers who want long-term serviceability.

The community around traditional lever-action firearms is active, owners share load data, sight adjustments, and maintenance tips, which makes owning one of these a bit more social than a standard modern rifle.