Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Saddle Ring Carbine Serial Number 87766 - Made in 1882 French & Indian War the Tabatiere was considered inferior

the Tabatiere was considered inferior to the Chassepot and was abandoned

The lock does however still function correctly

the blade being 34" long with a rounded tip

While still in an intense training mode the 44th was given the added duty of patrolling the Gulf of Mexico for German submarines that were causing havoc in the shipping lanes in our home waters

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Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .44-40 Saddle Ring Carbine Serial Number 87766 - Made in 1882 French & Indian War the Tabatiere was considered inferiorOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a great vintage cowboy saddle ring Winchester Model 1873 carbine in the most popular caliber of . 44 40, as used in both carbines and six gun revolvers of the era. Offered in very nice aged condition and correct in all respects, serial number 87766 indicates that it was manufactured in 1882. It has an intact MODEL 1873 marking on the upper receiver tang, though the caliber markings have been worn away. Still