This group of Texas Rangers shows the popularity of the 1873 Winchester, whether it was in rifle or carbine form, as all but one longarm in this circa 1880s photograph is either a ’73 carbine or rifle. The exception is the ranger in the back row with a Colt Burgess repeater. Likewise, the 1873 Colt Single Action Army revolver is the sidearm of choice with these hardy Westerners — All Photos Courtesy Phil Spangenberger Unless O
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