The Winchester 1873 quickly became a favorite after its release, following the success of the 1866 model. While Winchester Repeating Arms initially expected domestic military sales to drive demand, it was civilian buyers and international military contracts that led to its widespread success. The 1873 was ground-breaking in its day as the first lever-action rifle to offer a broad variety of options a tradition continued today with Taylor's 1873 line. Taylor's 1873 Pistol Grip model is a modern tribute to this classic, featuring a checkered pistol grip buttstock and forend for superior handling and control. For those seeking top-tier performance, the deluxe Taylor Tuned model takes this design a step further, offering a custom action with hand polishing, custom hammer and lever springs and a custom magazine tube spring. The action is significantly lightened for smoother operation, providing one of the smoothest hammer and trigger pulls on the market. Complete with a case-hardened frame for durability and timeless style, the Taylor Tuned 1873 Pistol Grip model offers both historical charm and enhanced modern performance for shooters who demand the best.