New For 2025: Cimarron John Russell 1873 Lever-Action

Published on January 21, 2025
Duration: 2:20

This video introduces the Cimarron John Russell 1873 lever-action rifle, a new offering for 2025 that pays homage to the firearm used by Paul Newman in the 1967 film 'Hud'. The rifle is a modern iteration of the 1873 Winchester design, produced by Uberti. It features a half-magazine tube, a short barrel, a crescent buttplate, and is chambered in .357 Magnum, with the added benefit of also being able to fire .38 Special ammunition.

Quick Summary

The Cimarron John Russell 1873 is a new 2025 lever-action rifle, a modern Uberti-produced clone of the 1873 Winchester. It's chambered in .357 Magnum and can also fire .38 Special, inspired by Paul Newman's 'Hud' movie gun, featuring a half-magazine and classic styling.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction at NRA Headquarters
  2. 00:08New for 2025 Firearms
  3. 00:14Old Design, New Offering
  4. 00:28Cimarron John Russell 1873 Introduced
  5. 00:37Homage to Paul Newman's 'Hud'
  6. 00:47Replicating the Movie Gun
  7. 00:51Key Features: Half Magazine, Short Barrel
  8. 00:55Crescent Buttplate and Steel Construction
  9. 00:59Top Cover and Locking Mechanism
  10. 01:14Chambered in .357 Magnum
  11. 01:22Ammunition Cost Comparison (.357 vs .44-40)
  12. 01:35Compatibility with .38 Special
  13. 01:45Paul Newman's Prop Handling
  14. 01:53Final Thoughts on the John Russell Carbine
  15. 02:05Where to Find More Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Cimarron John Russell 1873 rifle?

The Cimarron John Russell 1873 is a new lever-action rifle for 2025, produced by Uberti. It's a modern replica of the iconic 1873 Winchester design, specifically paying tribute to the firearm used by Paul Newman in the 1967 film 'Hud'.

What calibers can the Cimarron John Russell 1873 fire?

This rifle is primarily chambered in .357 Magnum. A significant advantage is its ability to also safely chamber and fire .38 Special ammunition, offering more affordable shooting options.

What are the distinctive features of the Cimarron John Russell 1873?

Key features include a half-magazine tube, a short barrel, a classic crescent buttplate, and the traditional steel top cover. Its overall styling closely replicates the 1873 Winchester design.

Why is the Cimarron John Russell 1873 named after John Russell?

The rifle is named the 'John Russell' as an homage to the character played by Paul Newman in the 1967 film 'Hud'. The firearm featured in the movie served as the direct inspiration for this Cimarron model.

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