I recently completed all the individual testing for the next Ballistics Best Lever rifle category. One rifle included was both beautiful and unique, so I thought you would enjoy a closer look at it. Today, we dig into the Taylors & Company TC73—Taylor Tuned 9mm.

Taylors & Company TC73

The TC73 is an 1873 lever action rifle designed with performance in mind while maintaining the historic features of the lever gun that we all know and love. After years of bringing performance actions to market on classic guns, Taylor’s was ready to take the next step and begin manufacturing the 1873 Rifle with Taylor’s specifications brought to life. Manufacturing a gun with such historical significance was not lost on the family. As each part was carefully crafted and the utmost attention to detail was given, the TC73 emerged.

Case Hardened

The rifle features several qualities we look for in the ultimate classic lever gun. With high-quality fit and finish, true case coloring, and smooth lines – the TC73 is easy on the eyes. But it’s what’s inside that makes it stand apart. The highest quality machining is exhibited on the TC73 with their legendary Taylor Tuned action on each rifle. Taylor says it is “The smoothest rifle you will ever handle right out of the box.” I have to agree with them. It has excellent features such as an improved carrier block design, lightened trigger pull, hardened screws, and fully machined internal parts.

The TC73 is an excellent representation of the 1873 lever gun made with modern-day technology and quality standards. The highest quality steel and the highest grade of case coloring were used, and each receiver was quenched individually. A rubber butt pad and white bead front sight with a semi-buckhorn rear sight complete the finishing touches for a first-rate yet practical rifle. All are made here in the USA.

Chambered in 9mm

The most unique aspect of the rifle was that it was chambered in 9mm. While we are all accustomed to lever guns in pistol calibers, this was my first run on a 9mm version.  Taylors went a step further, though, and threaded the barrel. Now, if you want to run this classic beauty suppressed, it is simple.

On the range, the gun brought smiles to faces. Not only was it beautiful, but the 9mm round proved to be fun to shoot. There was essentially no recoil of substance, so we were able to shoot as fast as we could run the lever. My only regret that day was not bringing a suppressor with me to try.

On a side note, I was deeply honored to be the first writer to test this gun. I was informed that there was only one gun out in the wild, and it sat in my hands. This is not being boastful, but thankful for the opportunity. If you are looking for a unique lever gun that still has classic lines and looks, the Taylor’s & Company TC73 should be on your list. Give it a shot, and you will thank me later.

Taylors & Company TC73 Specs

For more information, visit:https://www.taylorsfirearms.com/tc73-rifle-18-9mm-tuned.html