Winchester Model 1866 Rifle, Yellow Boy - Cal. 44rf Usa, Manufactured 1878

WINCHESTER Model 1866 Carbine, YELLOW BOY - .44RF
United States, manufactured in 1878
Steel, brass, and wood.
Overall length: 112 cm – Barrel length: 60 cm (24") – .44RF

Round barrel, rifled; with front sight and adjustable rear sight; marked on the top: WINCHESTER'S-REPEATING ARMS NEW HAVEN CT KING'S IMPROVEMENT PATENTED 29 MARCH 1866 OCTOBER 16 1860.
Brass breechblock; breechblock tail numbered 149904.
Iron fittings; brass buttplate with a hinged cover.
Varnished walnut stock.

Good overall condition. Smooth mechanical operation; clear rifling on the barrel; beautiful patina on the wood. Screw heads in very good condition.

Ref.: 6961

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This collector’s firearm is classified as a Category D collector’s firearm under Article L311-2 of the French Internal Security Code. Its acquisition and possession are unrestricted. Please note that its sale to minors is prohibited.