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Winchester Model 1866 "Yellow Boy" .44-40 / .44 Henry Caliber SRC Saddle Ring Carbine Rifle S/N 153858xx Guns International #: 103196300 Seller's Inventory #: Category: Winchester Rifles - Model 1866 - Winchester Rifles - Antique Lever Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com Seller: Elephant & Castle Fine Arms Company: Elephant & Castle Fine Arms Member Since: 5/22/07 State: Missouri Zip: 65721 Country: United States Phone: (417) 581-4570 Fax: (417) 581-1873 Platinum Seller Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. 3 days Payment Types Accepted: Cashiers Check,Money Order About Us: 3-Day Inspection does NOT apply to NIB Firearms and does NOT Apply to other Firearms unless the Description in the Listing of the Firearm is Different than what is Shipped. Description: Winchester Model 1866 Yellow Boy SRC Rifle .44-40 / .44 Henry dual caliber (as denoted by firing pin) The first rifle to bear the Winchester name and a direct decedent of the Henry rifle The 1866 made improvements on the 1860 Henry rifle that was first used in the American Civil War Approximately 170,100 model 1866 rifles, muskets, and carbines were made Made in 1877 This model played a significant role in the westward expansion of the United States This rifle was know for it's quick loading and easy shooting for its time Production ran from 1866-1898 It was a popular firearm choice for cowboys, lawmen, outlaws, and settlers Its design served as the foundation for the later even more popular model 1873 This particular model sports a nice mustard color patina on its receiver, action, and tang The action is very nice and smooth It has a 20" barrel that has good lands and grooves remaining with a shiny bore The forearm and straight grip butt stock fit to action and tang flush and good with no wood missing but does exhibit the expected marks, impacts, and dings of a rifle from this era All screws are present and not burred Butt stock has a loading door for a cleaning rod Barrel, magazine tube, lever, and hammer all exhibit a plum brown finish Front sight is the early barrel mag tube pinch sight Rear sight has a dovetail groove with flip up peep sight In all, a very good example of a 1866 from this era and one that would be suitable for any collection The barrel address is very clear and legible Serial number 153858xx Price: $5,995.00