The 1873 Carbine is one of my all time favorite guns…that and the 1866 Yellow Boy in Carbine would be the other. I too love “well used guns” due to their unique personality and history.
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@@wsmvolunteers8588 Yo Evan I’m good my brotha just chillin like a villain in da hood dodging da po-po an wat not! Keep dem vids comin homie my ninjas an I love guns !!!!!!
There is just something sexy about that worn receiver. The 1873 is the nicest looking of the Winchester lever actions...I own originals and replicas of all but the 76 and 86. Hopefully soon to be added.
What a coincidence. I recently got a 1873 saddle ring carbine made in 1883. Its ruffly in the same condition as the one in this video. When i first got into antique firearms. i was like you. i wanted my guns fancy and in perfect shape looking new . But over the years. i am now only interested in guns that were used. Ones that lived a long life of service to its owners. These guns are far more interesting then guns that set in a box or safe its whole life.
Very interesting video and artifact, Evan! 👍 For several of my 20 years as a Cowboy Action Shooter, I used reproduction 1873 Winchester carbines (without saddle rings) chambered in .45 Colt. When arthritis forbade me continuing to shoot my revolvers one-handed as required for a Classic Cowboy competitor, I changed the class in which I competed and reverted to my favorite CAS rifle, the 1894 Marlin. In civilian life, I've successfully hunted antelope with a 94 Marlin in .44 magnum caliber.
I used a pair of .45 Colt Ruger Vaqueros in Gunfighter Class. Never very successful but it was fun. To me, that's the point of Cowboy Action. Interesting in that I'm also a Marlin fan. I have a Model 1893 in .38-55 that I bought years ago for $25. My 1894 in .44 Magnum is a favorite. You must be good at stalking if you took a speed goat with yours.
The safe queens are cool but the old well used and cared for guns are the ones that interest me. They have that "been there and done that" look to them. Makes ya wonder .
All firearms are interesting to me. The ones with without verified provenance allow us to "wonder" and speculate about the owners and how those guns survived, what they were used for.
"Every gun makes it own tune..." Mr. Green, I so very much enjoy all the stories and histories you share with us. And I love the beauties that you show us.
Thank you. Stay tuned. The museum is in the process of acquiring an amazing collection of 19th Century firearms and accoutrements . Most do not have a specific Wyoming provenance but they are outstanding examples.
I also like guns that show use and want to know the story behind them. I visited the Cody Museum and spent three great days looking at all the guns and all the other displays.
Guns that have a story that we don’t know are always the most fascinating they could be guns we’ve read about that were lost perhaps carried by a famous outlaw or lawman just as well as it was likely carried by rancher or just someone who needed a firearm for daily life for daily life like most of western America
My friends and I sometimes go on period correct horse treks where we spend several days living out of the saddle with tack and accouterments that are in the design of pre 1840. We carry long Kentucky and trade type rifles, usually flintlocks with barrel lengths of or about 40" just like our 1830's mountain man mentors did. At any rate these rifles must be carried across the pommel of the saddle in the manor this rifle was carried. I can tell you that although challenging, it is not as difficult as you might imagine. I have even ran the horse with the rifle trapped with my upper thighs against the back of the saddle fork at its balance point with reasonable security. It stays put surprisingly well.
What a great experience! We have several original Northwest trade guns in the collection. I think they are truly the "gun that won the West." In use in North America from the mid 1600s into the 20th Century. Carried on Hudson Bay inventory at the Winnipeg factory in the 1930s.
I incorrectly said that the first Winchester was a Model 1860. That's the Henry date. The brass framed Winchester was a Model 1866. The other thing I like about this carbine is that no one has attempted to "restore" or clean the gun. It is in "as found" condition.
Evan, we see the excitement in your face and voice when your description this rifle! And if I'm ever out that way I will definitely stop by to meet you and visit the museum! History or not it survived!
If you make it to Cheyenne, let me know. I would please to meet you and give you a tour. The new firearms exhibit is in the planning stage and may be available to view late summer of 2023.
Excellent video, I love old guns in that kind of condition. I have a few old ones and the one I have in that type of condition is a 1910 Colt police positive. The bluing is gone, but it still functions like it was intended. I always look forward for your videos.
Thank you very much Sir, really enjoy these videos
I'm glad you like the videos. Thanks for "sir," but I'm just Evan.
The 1873 Carbine is one of my all time favorite guns…that and the 1866 Yellow Boy in Carbine would be the other. I too love “well used guns” due to their unique personality and history.
My main man Evan back y’all !!! Yo u def goated my g !!!! U like pow pow boom boom ninja !!! Da best a da best!!! I don got another gun an I go name it Evan in yo honor homie!!!!
Hey Big! Where you been, my man? I always look for your comments. Hope all is well with you and your crew.
@@wsmvolunteers8588 Yo Evan I’m good my brotha just chillin like a villain in da hood dodging da po-po an wat not! Keep dem vids comin homie my ninjas an I love guns !!!!!!
Thank you Evan.
There is just something sexy about that worn receiver. The 1873 is the nicest looking of the Winchester lever actions...I own originals and replicas of all but the 76 and 86. Hopefully soon to be added.
What a coincidence. I recently got a 1873 saddle ring carbine made in 1883. Its ruffly in the same condition as the one in this video. When i first got into antique firearms. i was like you. i wanted my guns fancy and in perfect shape looking new . But over the years. i am now only interested in guns that were used. Ones that lived a long life of service to its owners. These guns are far more interesting then guns that set in a box or safe its whole life.
Absolutely! Thank you for your interest and your comments.
Very interesting video and artifact, Evan! 👍 For several of my 20 years as a Cowboy Action Shooter, I used reproduction 1873 Winchester carbines (without saddle rings) chambered in .45 Colt. When arthritis forbade me continuing to shoot my revolvers one-handed as required for a Classic Cowboy competitor, I changed the class in which I competed and reverted to my favorite CAS rifle, the 1894 Marlin. In civilian life, I've successfully hunted antelope with a 94 Marlin in .44 magnum caliber.
I used a pair of .45 Colt Ruger Vaqueros in Gunfighter Class. Never very successful but it was fun. To me, that's the point of Cowboy Action. Interesting in that I'm also a Marlin fan. I have a Model 1893 in .38-55 that I bought years ago for $25. My 1894 in .44 Magnum is a favorite. You must be good at stalking if you took a speed goat with yours.
The safe queens are cool but the old well used and cared for guns are the ones that interest me. They have that "been there and done that" look to them. Makes ya wonder .
All firearms are interesting to me. The ones with without verified provenance allow us to "wonder" and speculate about the owners and how those guns survived, what they were used for.
"Every gun makes it own tune..." Mr. Green, I so very much enjoy all the stories and histories you share with us. And I love the beauties that you show us.
Thank you. Stay tuned. The museum is in the process of acquiring an amazing collection of 19th Century firearms and accoutrements . Most do not have a specific Wyoming provenance but they are outstanding examples.
I also like guns that show use and want to know the story behind them. I visited the Cody Museum and spent three great days looking at all the guns and all the other displays.
Guns that have a story that we don’t know are always the most fascinating they could be guns we’ve read about that were lost perhaps carried by a famous outlaw or lawman just as well as it was likely carried by rancher or just someone who needed a firearm for daily life for daily life like most of western America
My friends and I sometimes go on period correct horse treks where we spend several days living out of the saddle with tack and accouterments that are in the design of pre 1840. We carry long Kentucky and trade type rifles, usually flintlocks with barrel lengths of or about 40" just like our 1830's mountain man mentors did. At any rate these rifles must be carried across the pommel of the saddle in the manor this rifle was carried. I can tell you that although challenging, it is not as difficult as you might imagine. I have even ran the horse with the rifle trapped with my upper thighs against the back of the saddle fork at its balance point with reasonable security. It stays put surprisingly well.
What a great experience! We have several original Northwest trade guns in the collection. I think they are truly the "gun that won the West." In use in North America from the mid 1600s into the 20th Century. Carried on Hudson Bay inventory at the Winnipeg factory in the 1930s.
I incorrectly said that the first Winchester was a Model 1860. That's the Henry date. The brass framed Winchester was a Model 1866. The other thing I like about this carbine is that no one has attempted to "restore" or clean the gun. It is in "as found" condition.
Evan, we see the excitement in your face and voice when your description this rifle! And if I'm ever out that way I will definitely stop by to meet you and visit the museum! History or not it survived!
If you make it to Cheyenne, let me know. I would please to meet you and give you a tour. The new firearms exhibit is in the planning stage and may be available to view late summer of 2023.
@@wsmvolunteers8588 Evan, it's on the bucket list, Lord willing!
I love the patina on that 73 imagine the story it could tell if that rifle could talk. Love this
Thank you! I obviously love doing this work and am grateful to the Museum for the opportunity to work with the collection.
Excellent video, I love old guns in that kind of condition. I have a few old ones and the one I have in that type of condition is a 1910 Colt police positive. The bluing is gone, but it still functions like it was intended. I always look forward for your videos.
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How long is the barrel on this rifle?
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