My last purchase from an online source was a 2nd model 73 in 44-40. The bore was supposed to be shiny and bright, it was although the rifling was worn. It’s definitely a keeper, and original as far as i can see. I did have to replace the rear sight as the ears were broken off. Ordered a letter, and got a surprise. It left the factory as a carbine. I looked closer a saw the staple holes were filled. Something i learned in the winchester book. I don’t recall if that was common, or somewhat rare.and it is accurate. Only had 3 cases and an original winchester mold that’s so so,and had 1.5in group offhand at 75 yds.