Winchester 1873 opinion please

**poconoauction** · January 2nd, 2015, 09:56 AM

What would your opinion be on the grade of wood on this rifle? I know Winchester had different levels of quality wood, just not sure what this one would be considered. Any help? Thanks!

**Noah_Zark** · January 2nd, 2015, 10:21 AM

IMO and experience, that would be "standard" grade.

Much standard grad furniture back in the day would be considered "high end" today.

Noah

**M&P Chris** · January 2nd, 2015, 10:48 AM

Originally Posted by Noah_Zark

IMO and experience, that would be "standard" grade.

Much standard grad furniture back in the day would be considered "high end" today.

Noah

I agree with Noah.

The wood from what I can tell is very nice and hasn't been sanded.

**jerkin** · January 2nd, 2015, 11:30 AM

I'd rate it as fucking beautiful plus.

**FrankHKP7** · January 2nd, 2015, 11:43 AM

Nice gun! Is it going up on the block soon?

**poconoauction** · January 2nd, 2015, 07:49 PM

Thanks guys! Yes, its a neat gun..probably going to be in my collection for a bit. It has some other special order features such as 1/2 round, 1/2 octagon barrel, button mag and a 26" barrel. I'm just not as familiar with the "grades" as in x, xx, xxx etc. that Winchester used in this period and thought someone would be able to give a quick assessment. I personally think it is a bit fancier than "standard", especially with the extra special order features. Thanks again for your input, it is very much appreciated!