I bought this image at an antique show over the weekend and am trying to pin down what model rifle he’s holding. My expertise is not advanced enough to pin in down, but my guess is that it’s an 1873, 1876, or 1886. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks!
The Model 1873 was offered with a standard 24 inch barrel while the 1876 came with a 28 inch. If we assume that the rifle is not a special order then based on the overall length I would agree that it is a Model 1876. Not certain of the caliber though!!
Michael
Model 1892 / Model 61 Collector, Research, Valuation
Thank you all for your input! It looks like we have a winner! Now, if only I could pin down the revolver he’s got. That one’s going to be a lot tougher. From what little I can see, I don’t believe it to be a Colt SAA. I’m actually leaning toward a Smith & Wesson Model 3.
I just wanted to say thank you to everyone for the very matter-of-fact help with the identification of the rifle. I went over to another forum to see if there was any hope in identifying the pistol in the holster and that thread went completely off the rails.
So again, thank you for being what the gun collecting community should be.
That is a early 76 based on the front swivel style.
Bob
WACA Life Member--- NRA Life Member---- Cody Firearms member since 1991 Researching the Winchester 1873's
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rogertherelic said
Left handed holsters seem to be abundant in the old west. The photo is marked “HIGH CALIBER HISTORY”. RDB
That’s my watermark that I added after I scanned the photo.
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WACA Life Member--- NRA Life Member---- Cody Firearms member since 1991 Researching the Winchester 1873's
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Bob,
Thanks for the clarification, your 100% right on the swivels, had forgotten about the swivel type example thats on your 73 and can see how the later ones are a bit different on the swivel hinges.
Chris
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November 7, 2015
As you may know, Logan, many photos like this one were taken with guns and clothing supplied by the photography studio. Good luck on the revolver ID!
Mike
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