Idaho voters nominate lever-action rifle ‘that Won the West’ to be state’s official gun

By: Kyle Pfannenstiel

Outlets: Idaho Capital Sun

Published: November 4, 2026

Words: 566

Last Updated: 5 days ago

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In a non-binding vote, Idaho voters nominated a lever-action rifle, dubbed the “Gun that Won the West” to be the state’s official gun.

The gun, the Winchester Model 1873, had the backing from about 31% of Idaho voters, the highest share of any of the guns on the ballot in Tuesday’s general election, according to unofficial results from the Idaho Secretary of State’s Office at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday. …

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