The Cimarron 1873 Saddle Shorty is the most compact variant of the Winchester Model 1873 lever-action rifle, featuring an ultra-short 16" round barrel designed for maximum maneuverability. 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: 8+1, .44-40: 7+1, .44 Magnum: 6+1, .45 Colt: 6+1). The rifle weighs approximately 6.5 to 7 pounds, making it the lightest variant in the 1873 line. 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 ultra-short 16-inch barrel length makes it exceptionally handy for horseback carry, vehicle transport, or any situation requiring maximum compactness. 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 Shorty represents the ultimate in compact lever-action rifles, popular among mounted shooters, reenactors, and those needing a highly portable rifle that maintains the authentic functionality of the original 1873 design.