Winchester Model 1866 “Yellow Boy” Short Rifle .38 Spl Lever Action – Polished Brass Receiver, 20" Barrel, 11-Round
A modern Miroku reproduction of the iconic Winchester 1866, this Short Rifle pairs period-correct style with updated materials. Chambered in .38 Special and built around a polished brass receiver, it offers collectors and shooters authentic toggle-link operation, a 20 inch blued barrel, and an 11-round tubular magazine. Limited production and now discontinued, it preserves the look of the original “Yellow Boy” while delivering modern fit and finish.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: Minor, superficial scratches and blemishes are visible on close inspection. The bore remains clean and shiny.
What’s Included
- Winchester Model 1866 Short Rifle (.38 Spl)
- Winchester Model 1866 lever-action rifles owner’s manual
This Short Rifle mirrors the dimensions and handling of the 1866 carbine while adding a 20 inch round barrel made from chrome-moly steel for improved durability. The open-top toggle-link action cycles .38 Special cartridges smoothly, offering a historically correct mechanism with modern manufacturing precision.