The Taylor's & Co. 1887 Lever Action Shotgun is a 12-gauge with an 18.5" barrel and a fixed pistol grip stock. It's a faithful recreation of the original 1887 Winchester design, trimmed down to a 27.5" overall length that suits close-quarters use. The matte black finish covers both barrel and receiver, giving it reasonable corrosion resistance. 
 

Key Specifications 

• SKU: 1794004170 
• UPC: 839665009819 
• Brand: Taylor's & Co. 
• Model Name: 1887 T 
• MPN: 220029 
• Chamber: 2.75" 
• Action: Lever 
• Capacity: 5+1 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 18.5" 
• Overall Length: 27.5" 
• Weight: 7.90 lbs 
• Sights: None 
• Stock Type: Fixed with Pistol Grip 
• Grip Type: Standard 
• Trigger Type: Standard 
• Finish Color: Black 
• Condition: New in Box 
   

Detailed Features 

The wood pistol grip stock has a rubber coating for control under recoil. With 5+1 capacity and a compact 18.5" barrel, this is configured for home defense or tactical use rather than field shooting. No sights are included, so adding a bead or ghost ring would be a common first upgrade. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

At 7.90 lbs and 27.5" overall, the 1887 T is easy to move in tight spaces. The lever action is slower than a pump for follow-up shots but the design has a following in lever-gun competition circles. It also works for home defense where the 12-gauge chambering provides real stopping power.

Discussion around the Taylor's & Co. 1887 Tactical Lever Shotgun centers on a few consistent themes.

The 1887 design draws collectors and lever-gun enthusiasts who like its historical roots and the look that stands apart from modern pump guns. Most users report smooth lever cycling and reliable operation with standard loads.

Practical criticism usually targets the weight — at 7.90 lbs it runs heavier than many modern tactical shotguns — and the absence of iron sights, which means adding something is almost mandatory. Performance with certain ammunition types and heavy use sometimes comes up as a concern.

The price draws debate: some buyers think the craftsmanship justifies it, others compare it unfavorably to cheaper pump-action alternatives with similar specs. Customization discussions (sights, alternative stocks, rail mounts) are common among owners who want to tailor it for specific roles.