Uberti 342138 1873 Special Sporting Short Rifle .357 Magnum 20" Lever-Action Rifle

Uberti 342138 1873 Special Sporting Short Rifle .357 Magnum 20" Lever-Action Rifle

The Uberti 1873 Special Sporting Short Rifle 342138 is a .357 Magnum lever-action rifle that combines the classic Model 1873 toggle-link action with a compact 20-inch barrel and upgraded sporting-style presentation. Built as a traditional reproduction rather than a modernized lever gun, it retains the exposed hammer, side loading gate, tubular magazine, steel receiver, and walnut furniture that define the 1873 platform.

This configuration is especially well suited to shooters who want the handling of a shorter 1873 while still retaining the refined appearance of Uberti's Special Sporting series. The .357 Magnum chambering also makes it a practical choice for recreational shooting and Cowboy Action use.

.357 Magnum Chambering

Chambered in .357 Magnum, the 342138 offers a manageable-recoil cartridge in a full-size shoulder-fired platform. The caliber is widely used in lever-action rifles and is particularly popular with shooters who also own a revolver in the same chambering.

The combination of .357 Magnum and the 1873 action gives this rifle broad appeal for range use, Cowboy Action shooting, and traditional lever-gun collections.

20-Inch Short Rifle Configuration

The 20-inch barrel keeps the rifle more compact than longer Sporting Rifle variants while preserving the full-length stock and classic 1873 proportions. This shorter configuration reduces overall length and forward weight, making the rifle easier to handle during range sessions and competition stages.

The barrel and tubular magazine maintain the traditional profile expected from a Model 1873 reproduction without adding modern accessory rails or synthetic furniture.

Traditional Model 1873 Toggle-Link Action

The rifle uses the traditional toggle-link operating system associated with the original 1873 design. Cycling the lever extracts and ejects the fired case, raises the next cartridge from the magazine, chambers the round, and cocks the external hammer.

Cartridges are loaded through the side loading gate on the receiver, allowing the tubular magazine to be replenished without removing the magazine tube.

Special Sporting Configuration

The Special Sporting designation separates this rifle from more basic 1873 configurations by combining the traditional action with a more refined sporting presentation. It is intended for buyers who want the mechanical character of the Model 1873 with a more distinctive appearance than a standard field-grade reproduction.

Walnut furniture and traditional metal finishes preserve the period-inspired look of the rifle while keeping the overall design faithful to the original platform.

Key Features

• .357 Magnum chambering
• Model 1873 Special Sporting Short Rifle configuration
• 20-inch barrel
• Traditional toggle-link lever action
• Steel receiver
• External hammer
• Side loading gate
• Tubular magazine
• Walnut stock and forearm
• Traditional open sights
• Compact Short Rifle format
• Made in Italy by Uberti

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Uberti
• Model: 1873 Special Sporting Short Rifle
• MPN: 342138
• Caliber: .357 Magnum
• Action: Lever Action
• Barrel Length: 20"
• Receiver: Steel
• Magazine: Tubular
• Stock: Walnut
• Sights: Traditional Open Sights
• Country of Manufacture: Italy

Who Is the Uberti 1873 Special Sporting Short Rifle For?

The Uberti 342138 is a strong fit for shooters who want a traditional Model 1873 in a compact 20-inch format with a more refined sporting presentation. Its .357 Magnum chambering, short rifle dimensions, toggle-link action, and classic walnut-and-steel construction make it particularly relevant for Cowboy Action shooting, recreational lever-action use, and historically styled firearm collections.

For buyers comparing Uberti 1873 rifles, the Special Sporting Short Rifle offers a useful middle ground between a basic short rifle and a more elaborate commemorative model, keeping the classic action and handling while adding a more distinctive sporting configuration.

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