Posted by Jason Brumett
In 1873, Oliver Winchester introduced his new steel-framed lever-action rifle, creating what would eventually be known as the “Gun That Won the West.â€
The Model 1873 was originally chambered in a new, more powerful cartridge, the .44/40—a .44 caliber bullet propelled by 40 grains of black powder. However, one big factor that really ensured the success of the 1873 was that Colt quickly responded by offering its frontier six-shooter chambered in .44/40.
A cowboy could have both a lever-action rifle and his “Peacemaker†and need only one cartridge belt.
Today, the 1873 is the most popular rifle used in cowboy action shooting. Beretta’s new 1873 Renegade takes this popular design to the next level as the first factory-produced 1873 rifle with a shorter action stroke length,
Make: Beretta Model: 21 Bobcat Caliber: .22 LR, .25 Auto
Trustworthy and precise, this compact, rugged small frame measures just 4.9 inches (125 mm) overall and weighs only 11.5 ounces (325 grams). The same dedication to advanced design,...(more)
Make: Beretta Model: 686 Silver Pigeon I Sporting Caliber: 12 gauge Make Year: 2012
This low profile, positive-locking, low-maintenance action ensures that your off-hand stays as close as possible to the bore-axis; in this manner, wherever you point is exactly whe...(more)
Make: Beretta Model: 682 Gold E, Skeet, Adj. Stock Caliber: 12 gauge
The 682 Gold E skeet features special skeet stock with rounded rubber recoil pad, beavertail foreend, tapered top rib with white front sight. It also features a non-selective ad...(more)
Make: Beretta Model: 687 Silver Pigeon II Caliber: 12 gauge, 20 gauge
Designed to perform, the Silver Pigeon II is also as beautiful to the eye as it is to the touch. The oil-f inished stock is select walnut with a traditional Schnabel fore-end; bold...(more)
Make: Beretta Model: A300 Outlander Camo MAX4 Caliber: 12 gauge
The A300 Outlander is a reliable solution for shotgunners willing to step into the Beretta world of superior semi-auto performance at a price anyone can afford. Legendary Beretta ...(more)
