The Taylor's & Company 1873 Rifle is a lever-action chambered in .45 Colt that works equally well for cowboy action competition and general-purpose shooting. The color case hardened steel receiver, blued finish, and walnut stock give it an authentic period look without requiring any compromises on function.
Key Specifications
- Manufacturer: Taylor's & Company
- Family: 1873 Series
- Model: 1873 Rifle
- Type: Lever Action Rifle
- Caliber/Gauge: .45 Colt
- Finish: Blued with Walnut Stock
- Barrel Length: 19 inches
- Overall Length: 37.87 inches
- Rate-of-Twist: 1-in-16 inches
- Capacity: 10 + 1 rounds
- Sights: Ladder Rear | Blade Front (Fixed Sights)
- Weight: 7.48 lbs.
- Shipping Weight: 8.55 lbs.
- Receiver Material: Color Case Hardened Steel
Features
The lever-action mechanism cycles smoothly, which matters when you need quick follow-up shots in a timed stage. The walnut stock contributes to the rifle's balance and is comfortable through extended sessions. Fixed ladder rear and blade front sights give you a usable sight picture at typical pistol-caliber distances. The blued finish holds up reasonably well to normal handling and provides some corrosion resistance.
Use Cases
This rifle is a natural fit for cowboy action shooting, where the .45 Colt chambering is one of the more common choices. The caliber also has enough energy for small to medium game at close to moderate ranges. At the range, it's simply enjoyable to run. The lever-action format is inherently satisfying, and the classic aesthetics attract a lot of attention from other shooters.