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: Sako 85 Varmint Laminated Stainless Caliber: .222 Rem, .223 Rem, .22-250 Rem, .243 Win, .260 R
The Sako 85 Varmint is a long-range hunting rifle built to deliver pinpoint accuracy for hunting and target shooting. The heavy, free-floating barrel diminishes vibration and recoi...(more)
Make: Remington Model: 750 Woodsmaster Caliber: 243 Win, 308 Win, 270 Win, 30-06, 35 Whelen
The Remington Model 750™ Woodsmaster™ shooting either 243 Win, 308 Win, 270 Win, 30-06, or 35 Whelen is a good looking and reliable gun. The woodwork is American Walnut...(more)
Make: Browning Model: BAR LongTrac Realtree AP Caliber: 170 Win, 30-06, 7mm
The receiver is made from Aircraft grade alloy; Drilled and tapped for scope mounts; Realtree AP camo finish. The barrel is Hammer forged; Realtree AP camo finish.The Action is Ham...(more)
Make: Ruger Model: M77 Hawkeye Compact Magnum Caliber: .300 RCM
The Ruger M77 Hawkeye Compact Magnum is a shorter version of the standard Ruger M77 Hawkeye. It comes in the following calibers; 223 Rem , 243 Win , 7mm 08 Rem , 7 62 x 39mm, 308 ...(more)
Make: Sig Sauer Model: SSG 3000 Caliber: .308 Win
The heavy-contoured, hammer forged barrel is fitted with a flash suppressor / muzzle brake to provide greater accuracy with reduced muzzle signature. Both the barrel and the receiv...(more)
