The 1866 was a popular rifle, but the release of the Winchester 1873 quickly made it a favorite among shooters. While Winchester Repeating Arms initially anticipated domestic military sales to drive demand, it was civilian buyers and international military contracts that brought in substantial profits. The 1873 was the first lever-action rifle to offer a wide range of customization options, a tradition that continues today with Taylor's 1873 line. Taylor's 1873 Pistol Grip model is a timeless example of this classic firearm, featuring a case-hardened frame, a full octagonal barrel and a checkered pistol grip buttstock and forend for superior control and comfort. For those seeking enhanced performance, Taylor's offers two custom action packages. The Comanchero action package delivers a custom short-stroke action, a lightened hammer and trigger pull, a butt cover, lever wrap and a gold bead front sight for faster shooting. The Taylor Tuned option includes a hand-polished custom action with a lightened hammer and lever springs, a custom magazine tube spring and an overall smoother, lighter action. Both options offer some of the smoothest hammer and trigger pulls available, making the 1873 Pistol Grip model not just a piece of history, but a high-performance lever-action rifle ready for modern use.