Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1888 - Serial 281163B MG 42 and this would make a

and this would make a worthy addition to any sword collection

The original clip still works

Popham was Member of Parliament (MP) for Yarmouth from 1804 to 1806

the snaps that help hold the lens in place are missing

Original U.S. Winchester Model 1873 .38-40 Rifle with Octagonal Barrel made in 1888 - Serial 281163B MG 42 and this would make aOriginal Item: Only One Available. "The Gun that Won the West!" This excellent looking rifle is in . 38 40 caliber (faintly marked with . 38 W. C. F. on the chamber and 38 CAL on the feed block) with a 24" octagonal barrel and full length magazine tube. Features the classic front sight and iconic "buckhorn" rear adjustable sight. The serial number is 281163B denoting the year of manufacture as 1888. The engraving on the top of the barrel is clear,