The Taylors and Company 1873 Trapper is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45 LC with an 18-inch barrel and a pistol grip stock. It is built on the Uberti 1873 action and has received the Taylor Tuned action job for a smoother trigger and cycling feel. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Taylors and Company 
• Model: 1873 Trapper 
• Caliber: .45 LC 
• Action: Lever Action 
• Barrel Length: 18 in 
   

Detailed Features 

• Uberti 1873 action with Taylor Tuned trigger and action refinement 
• 18-inch barrel in the compact Trapper configuration 
• Pistol grip stock for a more modern hold compared to the straight-stock variant 
• .45 LC chambering compatible with cowboy and +P loads

Owners of the 1873 Trapper Pistol Grip often note that the Taylor Tuned action sets it apart from stock-imported lever guns, with noticeably smoother cycling right out of the box. The 18-inch barrel keeps the overall length manageable without sacrificing too much velocity.

The pistol grip is a preference divider: buyers who come from centerfire bolt guns or semi-autos find it more natural, while traditional cowboy-action shooters sometimes prefer the straight stock. Both versions share the same Taylor Tuned internals, so the choice comes down to ergonomics.

The Uberti build quality is generally respected, though finish consistency and minor fit issues come up occasionally. In .45 LC the 1873 Trapper is popular for both range work and as a truck gun, and the short barrel draws praise for that role.