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Antique Winchester YELLOWBOY Model 1866 .44 Rifle
Guns International #: 101122441 Seller's Inventory #: 7100
Category: Winchester Rifles - Model 1866 - Winchester Rifles - Antique Lever
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Number of Active Listings: 1054
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Antique Winchester YELLOWBOY Model 1866 .44 Rifle
Iconic Lever Action Made in 1870
Here we present an antique Winchester Model 1866 Yellowboy Rifle, manufactured in New Haven, Connecticut in 1870. Known as the Yellowboy, due to its brass frame and hardware, this was the first Winchester lever action rifle. It remains absolutely iconic as the “gun that won the West”, being used by pioneers, Native Americans, cowboys, lawmen, and ne'er-do-wells alike. It is the cornerstone for many a historical collection. It was revolutionary for its time, though it was based on the Henry Rifle that saw limited use during the American Civil War. Winchester improved upon the weaknesses of that design to make a very reliable, sturdy, and accurate rifle with a high volume of fire. The magazine tube became totally enclosed from the elements and the frame-mounted loading gate was introduced, allowing quick reloads and the ability to top off the magazine.
This Model 1866 is an example of a Third Model in the “musket” configuration, simply a term to denote the longer barrel and higher capacity magazine tube. This one is equipped with a period leather sling. The top of the barrel is marked “WINCHESTER’S REPEATING ARMS/KING’S IMPROVEMENT PATENT MARCH 29, 1866. OCTOBER 16, 1860”.
The overall condition is very good. The metal surfaces have a smooth, even brown patina. The markings are legible. The stock is in great shape. The long leaf of the rear sight is absent. The bore is dark with good rifling and a few patches of roughness. The action is excellent.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 27 inches.
Caliber: .44 Rimfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$7675
#7100
SOLD
Antique: Yes