The Cimarron 1873 Saddle is a specialized compact variant of the Winchester Model 1873 lever-action rifle, featuring an 18-inch round barrel designed specifically for horseback carry and close-quarters use. Available in traditional calibers including .357 Magnum/.38 Special, .44-40 Winchester, .44 Magnum, and .45 Colt. The rifle features a case-hardened receiver and blued barrel, with traditional walnut stock and forearm. Magazine capacity varies by caliber (.357 Magnum: 9+1, .44-40: 8+1, .44 Magnum: 7+1, .45 Colt: 7+1). The rifle weighs approximately 7 to 7.5 pounds, making it notably lighter than standard models. Notable features include the classic lever-action system with vertical locking bolts, side ejection port, and hammer-mounted firing pin. The rifle includes traditional open sights with a blade front sight and an adjustable rear sight. The 18-inch barrel length makes it particularly suitable for mounted use, stagecoach duty, or any situation requiring maximum maneuverability. Additional features include the traditional loading gate on the receiver's right side, dust cover on the ejection port, and classic crescent buttplate. The Saddle model's compact dimensions and lighter weight make it popular among cowboy mounted shooters, reenactors, and those seeking an authentic reproduction of the specialized shorter rifles used by mounted lawmen and cavalry of the Old West.