The Taylor's & Co. 1873 Taylor Tuned is a lever-action rifle in .357 Magnum with a 20-inch barrel, 10+1 capacity, and 39 inches overall. It weighs 7.90 lbs and wears a color case hardened steel receiver with a blued barrel. The checkered walnut pistol grip stock is fitted with blade front and buckhorn rear sights. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1873 Taylor Tuned 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Overall Length: 39 inches 
• Weight: 7.90 lbs 
• Stock Type: Fixed Pistol Grip (Checkered Walnut) 
• Finish: Color Case Hardened Steel with Blued Barrel 
• Sights: Blade Front & Buckhorn Rear 
   

Detailed Features 

1. Lever Action Mechanism: The "Taylor Tuned" designation indicates the action has been smoothed at the factory — cycling is noticeably slicker than a standard production lever gun, which matters for cowboy action competition. 
    
2. Checkered Walnut Stock: The pistol grip with checkering gives a firm hold during rapid lever cycles and looks right on a rifle of this style. 
    
3. Blade Front / Buckhorn Rear Sights: Traditional sighting system that's fast to use at typical hunting and cowboy-action distances. 
    
4. Color Case Hardened Receiver: The color case hardening is both functional and cosmetic — gives each receiver a slightly different pattern and protects the steel.

The Taylor's 1873 .357 Mag lever rifle appeals to a specific crowd — cowboy action shooters, hunters who prefer lever guns, and collectors who appreciate period-correct aesthetics. Within that audience sentiment is largely positive.

The smoothed action is the most praised feature. Factory "Taylor Tuned" work makes lever cycling noticeably slicker, which competitive shooters value in timed events. Reliability is consistently reported as good, and the .357 Magnum caliber works well for medium game and target use.

At 7.90 lbs it's not a light rifle, and some users find it tiring during longer events or extended carry. The price point is noted — it's not cheap compared to basic production lever guns, and buyers weigh whether the factory action job and aesthetics justify the difference. For the right buyer, the period-correct design and smooth action make it worth the premium.