The Cimarron 1873 Deluxe Sporting is a premium-grade reproduction of the Winchester Model 1873 lever-action rifle, featuring superior finishes and enhanced features. This rifle features a 24" octagonal barrel and is available in several period-correct calibers including .357 Magnum/.38 Special, .44-40 Winchester, .44 Magnum, and .45 Colt. The rifle showcases a beautifully case-hardened receiver with enhanced color patterns, deep-blued barrel, and premium-grade checkered walnut stock and forearm. Weight ranges from approximately 8.5 to 9 pounds, with magazine capacity varying by caliber (.357 Magnum: 13+1, .44-40: 12+1, .44 Magnum: 10+1, .45 Colt: 10+1). Notable features include precision-tuned vertical locking bolts, smooth lever action, side ejection port, and hammer-mounted firing pin. The rifle incorporates premium-grade open sights, with the receiver drilled and tapped for optional tang sight mounting. Deluxe features include fine checkering on both the pistol grip and forearm, enhanced wood-to-metal fit, traditional crescent buttplate, and superior finish work throughout. Additional features include the classic loading gate on the receiver's right side, traditional dust cover on the ejection port, and premium color case hardening. The Deluxe Sporting represents the highest grade of the 1873 line, appealing to collectors and shooters seeking a superior-grade lever-action rifle that combines historical authenticity with premium materials and craftsmanship.