Seattle Tacoma, WA, November 4, 2026 — Idaho voters have officially selected the Winchester Model 1873 rifle to be the state’s official firearm. The decision was made through a voting process that presented a ballot of various historical firearms for consideration by the electorate.

The Winchester Model 1873, a firearm with a significant place in American history, particularly during the expansionist era, has been chosen to represent the state. This rifle was one of several historical firearms presented to voters on the ballot, allowing them to cast their vote for the piece they felt best suited to be designated as Idaho’s official gun.

Following the selection, commentary emerged criticizing the choice. One author described the Winchester Model 1873 as the ‘evilest possible’ option. This strong condemnation is attributed to the rifle’s historical associations with violence and oppression, reflecting its use during periods of conflict and societal upheaval.

The author’s critique also noted that other firearms featured on the ballot and considered by voters carried their own problematic historical contexts. This suggests that the selection process involved choices where each option presented had a history that could be viewed critically. The specific details regarding the other proposed firearms and the extent of their problematic histories were not provided.

Information regarding the contractor who administered the ballot or the specific process timeline for the vote was not included in the provided summary. Similarly, no details were given about the nature of the violence or oppression historically linked to the Winchester Model 1873 beyond its general association.


Story summarized from the original created by Hunter Pauli on www.thestranger.com, see more information here.

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