The Taylor's & Co. Model 1873 Taylor Tuned is a lever action rifle chambered in .357 Magnum, fitted with a 20-inch barrel and a case-hardened steel receiver paired with a brown walnut fixed pistol grip stock. At 39 inches overall and 7.90 lbs, it sits comfortably in hand for a day at the range or in the field. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1873 Taylor Tuned 
• Caliber: .357 Mag 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 20 inches 
• Overall Length: 39 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Weight: 7.90 lbs 
• Stock Type: Fixed Pistol Grip (Walnut) 
• Sights: Blade Front & Buckhorn Rear 
   

Detailed Features 

The lever action cycles smoothly and allows quick follow-up shots, which matters when you're hunting in cover or working the plates at a match. The 20-inch barrel gives a reasonable balance between velocity and handling. The blade front and buckhorn rear are a classic pairing, easy to pick up, and they work well at the distances .357 Mag is typically used. The color case-hardened receiver is both functional and visually distinctive, with each piece showing its own pattern. 
 

Target Audience 

This rifle suits shooters who want a working lever gun in .357 Mag rather than just a display piece. The Taylor Tuned action is appropriate for cowboy action shooting competitors and hunters taking small to medium game. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

• Small to medium game hunting with .357 Magnum 
• Cowboy action shooting competitions 
• General range use and recreational shooting

The Taylor's 1873 Walnut Classic .357 gets generally favorable reviews. The walnut stock and case-hardened receiver draw consistent compliments for their look and feel, and the smooth lever action is frequently cited as a highlight. It cycles reliably across a range of .357 loads.

The .357 caliber draws approval for its versatility: manageable recoil, suitable for small game, and usable in revolvers that share the same cartridge. A few owners note that the rifle runs a bit heavy after extended carry, and some mention having to adjust the sights out of the box for their preferred zero. Neither complaint dominates the conversation. Among fans of traditional lever guns, this one tends to land well.