The Model 1873 Rifle in 38 WCF (38-40) — popular with frontiersmen who wanted a more powerful option than the 44-40. Type: Rifle Action: Lever-Action Caliber: 38-40 WCF Capacity: 15 Year introduced: 1879, USA Weight: 82 oz Overall length: 43" Status: Discontinued Intended use: hunting, collecting, cowboy action