The Taylor's & CO. 1873 Carbine is a lever-action rifle chambered in .357 Magnum. It has a 19-inch round barrel, a walnut stock, and a case-hardened receiver with a blued barrel. It holds 10+1 rounds, measures 37.88 inches overall, and weighs 7.48 lbs. Sights are blade front and ladder rear. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1873 Carbine 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Caliber: .357 Magnum 
• Barrel Length: 19 inches 
• Capacity: 10+1 rounds 
• Overall Length: 37.88 inches 
• Weight: 7.48 lbs 
• Stock Material: Walnut 
• Metal Finish: Case Hardened Receiver / Blued Barrel 
• Sights: Blade Front & Ladder Rear 
   

Features 

 
The 1873 Carbine configuration is shorter and lighter than the rifle version, at 19 inches of barrel and 37.88 inches overall. The round barrel differs from the octagonal barrel on other Taylor's 1873 variants and gives the carbine a slightly different handling character. The lever action cycles smoothly and the .357 Mag chambering also accepts .38 Spl, which makes practice rounds cheaper. 
 
The case-hardened receiver and blued barrel are a traditional finish combination that holds up well with routine maintenance. The walnut stock is functional and adds the period-appropriate look this model is designed around.

Owners of the Taylor's Heritage 1873 in .357 Mag tend to be satisfied. Most are buying a specific type of gun (a classic-looking, traditionally finished lever-action), and the 1873 Carbine delivers that well. The walnut and case-hardened finish combination gets consistent positive feedback for appearance.

The lever action is smooth out of the box and the .357 Mag / .38 Spl compatibility is frequently mentioned as a practical advantage. Recoil is light with .38 Spl loads, and the rifle is enjoyable for extended range sessions.

Accuracy at practical hunting and target distances is good. The ladder rear sight is a period-accurate design that works once you're familiar with it, though some owners eventually replace it with an aftermarket sight.

Pricing and maintenance come up occasionally. The walnut stock needs care in wet conditions. Some buyers compare it to other 1873 reproductions at different price points and debate whether the Taylor's finish quality justifies the cost. Most who have handled the rifle in person feel the craftsmanship is solid for the price range.