The winchester model 1866, often called the yellowboy because of its distinctive brass receiver was a refinement of the earlier henry togglelinkage action, but included several important improvements developed by nelson king, the winchester factory manager. Hall and pete kuhlhoff, big 159 page hardback, 1966. How to identify a winchester 1866 surplus rifle forum. The story mainly follows the travels of a gun, the winchester 1886 but also follows a family. While winchester they did not invent the lever action, many would say they perfected it. This rifle is illustrated and described on page 58 of the winchester book by george madis. The history of winchester firearms 1866 1992 henshaw, thomas on. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 days or longer. Items shipped from our own warehouse can be shipped much sooner than items shipped direct to you from one of our fulfillment suppliers. The action isnt unlike the winchester 1866 yellowboy, which isnt that unlike the henry rifle before it. Winchester vintage hunting books and manuals for sale ebay. What is the value of an 1886 winchester rifle, what is the. Mar 12, 2019 the winchester model 1866 was the winchester rifle that started it all, beginning the long and successful line of leveraction systems that would become synonymous with the winchester brand name and the wild west.
Winchester rifles model 1866 for sale guns international. This carbine is one of the last 1866s to be produced. The centennial 66 was a commemorative rifle produced in 1966 to celebrate the first one hundred years of winchesters existence. The first model produced under his name was the model 1866 leveraction rifle. The red book of winchester values helps winchester collectors accurately price winchester rifles and shotguns. Not sure, but i believe the serial number range for the winchester 1866 started at 124,995 through 170,101. Without further ado, lets take a look at how to identify the winchester model 1866.
Feb 19, 2015 i have a winchester model 1873, 32 wcf, kings improvement, patented. Its a brassframed version of their current production model 1866 short rifle, and its quite a looker. Winchester model 1866 lever action rifle nra museums. The red bok, available via bert hartman here on the forum is an exceedingly better guide for you to use. A brief history of winchester rifles and the model 1886. The red book of winchester values helps winchester collectors accurately price. There arethree distinct model configurationsof 1886 winchester rifle, and the variations and calibers within those models can vary a great deal in value. Barrel has excellent original blue, while the frame rates around 25%. Marketing can sometimes increase the value of your gun. Starting with the model 1866, also known as the yellow boy, winchester began producing, improving, and designing leveraction repeating rifles. Winchester rifle is a comprehensive term describing a series of leveraction repeating rifles manufactured by the winchester repeating arms company. This updated and expanded 4th edition provides both the beginner and advanced collector with resources and valuable information for all pre1964 winchesters. The value is retail, so if you are selling to a dealer, the value will be less. Answered by a verified firearms expert we use cookies to.
Barrel address is visible, while faint in areas, is completely readable. This model 1866 rifle, manufactured in 1882, features a 24inch octagonal barrel. The rear sight was remounted through the barrel address. What is the approximate value of a 33 cal winchester rifle, takedown model sn 145072 in excellent condition. Determine the book value of firearm after you have found your model and condition, you can use the following chart to find the approximate value of your gun. And while winchester began in 1866, no history of the company would be complete without some background on the collection of brilliant minds that lead to that point. Those who know their firearms history know the rifle design goes back further new haven arms company and repeating arms. Shop online for the best selection and prices of 4440 winchester rifles at hinterland outfitters. The history of winchester firearms 18661992 henshaw, thomas on. Bore has good rifling and light corrosion in the grooves. How to determine the value of a winchester centennial 66. In 1873, it was renamed the model 1866, because, as the late george madis pointed out inthe winchester book, until the introduction of the model 1873, the model 1866 was the winchester. Hello, the blue book is not a good reference guide for winchester valuations.
Winchesters winchester model 1866 collectors firearms. While the 1860 henry may be the rifle that started it all, it was the next version, the 1866 winchester that takes the credit for the first true lever action saddle gun. Shipping charges will be adjusted at the order desk. Winchester rifles for sale old antique winchester rifles.
The action isnt unlike the winchester 1866 yellowboy, which isnt. Im like everyone else i like guns with special features but to find a standard gun in very high condition dont come by very often. The standard configuration for the rifle is a 24inch octagon barrel, crescent buttplate, and a fulllength magazine. Aug 17, 2009 download a pdf with pricing, value and reference information for winchester arms, courtesy of the standard catalog of firearms. Blue book of gun valuesreality vs theory winchester. Winchesters winchester model 1894 page 1 collectors.
However, the baby was unable to process calories, and died malnourished six weeks later. This model 1866 winchester is an improvement over the henry rifle. What made the 73 so unique wasnt so much that it worked different than its predecessors. As many other books on firearms, this book mixes some history, with sketches and pictures, and a heavy dose of details of various winchester models. Due to the recent increase in order volume, shipping on some items may be delayed up to 15 business days or longer. How do you determine the value of a winchester centennial 66. All info compiled in this firearm evaluation using the blue book of gun values online database and photo percentage grading system is ed 2012 by blue book publications, inc. Model 1866 current products these leveraction rifles make up the core family of model 1866s currently being produced by winchester repeating arms.
Without a buyer that is willing to pay you a certain amount for your gun, this is a theoretical value. Its distinctive brass colored frame technically an early form of bronze, also called gunmetal gave rise to the nickname yellow boy. Winchester model 1866 iron frame swiss sharpshooters rifle. After selecting the appropriate model, you will be easily guided through the variations and condition, to the value range. Odd, a couple of different books one of them a winchester book give the above serial number ranges, but the numbers dont seem to add up. I am beginning to think about purchasing a rifle for cowboy action shooting and have narrowed to field to the uberti winchester 1866 yellow boy and the uberti winchester 1873, probably one from taylor firearms. Aug 18, 2017 how do you determine the value of a winchester centennial 66. Also stock up on ammo and gun accessories for your 4440 winchester rifle.
Its been in my family forever and when i inherited it from by great aunt she gave me a government document showing that it had been loaned to the army during the spanish american war. The winchester model 1866 was the winchester rifle that started it all, beginning the long and successful line of leveraction systems that would become synonymous with the winchester brand name and the wild west. Available at a lower price from other sellers that may not offer free. Jun 03, 2018 what is the value of an 1886 winchester rifle. How to identify a winchester 1866 rock island auction company. It had a convenient new type of loading gate devised by winchester plant superintendent nelson king. Please note that there are no cataloged model 1866 winchester rifles in current production. The centennial 66 was a commemorative rifle produced in 1966 to celebrate the first one hundred years of winchester s existence. Former employees and factory drawings substantiate this fact. The 66 was offered in rifle, carbine, or musket configurations with standard barrel length for the rifles 24. Value reflects an original winchester factory centerfire chambering. Download a pdf with pricing, value and reference information for winchester arms, courtesy of the standard catalog of firearms. Recommendation on winchester 1866 yellow boy vs 1873 the. Model 1866 leveraction was the very first rifle to wear.
George madis for dates of manufacture and some of the most detailed information on winchester, be sure to include the george madis website in your research. I believe that winchester intended to make something like 44,000 of these centennial 66 model 94s. The first winchester rifle the winchester model 1866 was originally chambered for the rimfire. Beautiful original stock i believe a 22 barrel and a 12 magazine not certain if im measuring them correctly. Second hand book excellent condition, mylar covered. Famous for its rugged construction and leveraction mechanism allowing the rifleman to fire a number of shots before having to reload.
Jun 01, 2017 lengths of winchester 1866 antique guns. A winchester model 1866 rifle with a connection to the civil war soldier for whom ricketts glenn state park is named lead cordiers dec. Winchester century of leadership 18661966 centennial. Jul 02, 2012 not sure, but i believe the serial number range for the winchester 1866 started at 124,995 through 170,101. Contrary to traditional views, winchester did install factory ventilated ribs on its model 42. Developed from the 1860 henry rifle, winchester rifles were among the earliest repeaters. Value of 1886 winchester the firearms forum the buying. Winchester model 1866, winchester model 1866 for sale. What would be the value of one hundred thousand infantry and cavalry, thus. Hopefully, it may also help assist in determining a value should you ever decide to sell your gun. Very few guns in history stick out and say hey, i did something significant. It is a very general book that does not take into account the many variations found on these firearms and only offers a simplistic view of the potential value. This is the first book in the winchester lever action.
In appraising your gun, you must initially determine your model configuration, then the variety of that model. Known as the yellow boy, the model 1866 kicked off winchester repeating arms. Make offer vintage winchester firearms history book 1866 1966. In june 1866, sarah winchester gave birth to a daughter, annie. Winchester rifles, also known as the gun that won the west, made their debut in america with the winchester model 1866 which served as one of the worlds. It was also a muchlighter rifle than the 1873 model, with which it was sold concurrently for over twenty years, for the same price. Theres a reason the winchester yellow boyso named for the color of the brass frame and accentsis a classic. Model 1866 lever action rifle repeater breechloading. This is a nice representative of a 3rd model 1866 winchester saddle ring carbine in. Winchester rifles and shotguns was established by oliver f. Referred to as the improved henry, the model 1866 leveraction repeater was the first model to be called a winchester. That said, the winchester 1866 came in three different styles.
Also, refer to the exclusive section for special production that may be available. It passed cartridges through the side of the receiver. Revised editions were later issued to include firearms introduced after 1966. If this is the case you will be emailed with a shipping cost update. But a surprising consumer demand, and winchesters desire to make a buck, resulted in a final combined production total of 102,309 rifles and carbines. Browse all new and used winchester rifles model 1866 for sale and buy with confidence from guns international.
The first winchester rifle the winchester model 1866 was originally. The history of winchester firearms 18661966 by george r. Model 1866 winchester carbinethird model chambering. Nicknamed the yellow boy because of its receiver of a bronzebrass alloy called gunmetal, it was famous for its rugged construction and leveraction repeating rifle mechanism that allowed the user to fire a number of shots before having to reload. Buy winchester leveraction rifles weapon by martin pegler, mark stacey isbn. Please tell me everything you can so the expert can help you best. The barrel has a lot of the original dark blue finish which helps the value. This improvement made the lever action more functional and allowed for the installation of a wooden foreend.
Winchester first model 1866 lever action rifle rock island auction. Introduced shortly after the american civil war, the very first winchester, the m1866, would go on to see military service as far afield as. What is the value of an 1886 winchester rifle, what is the approximate value of a 33 cal winchester rifle, takedown answered by a verified firearms expert. Winchester model 66 1866 yellowboy lever action rifle for sale at mcavoy guns. Thus, the book remains the most complete and authoritative account of winchester firearms. German silver framed winchester model 1866, once the property of exhibition shooter ira paine. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Go search hello select your address best sellers customer service new releases whole foods find a gift registry. I received this book for free through goodreads first reads. Winchester rifle is a comprehensive term describing a series of leveraction repeating rifles. Browse winchester rifles for sale from our community of shooting enthusiasts. This is a cross between a pictorial history of the winchester company, a reference book, and a well written recounting of winchesters early years.
The handy carbine version of the 1866 yellowboy was a hit worldwide. The first edition of this classic reference was written by george r. Winchester rifles, antique winchesters for sale collectors firearms. Looking for the aprox value of a 1886 lever action winchester with a nickle plated chamber that is partially worn off. The point to all of the gold and brass was to make the 1966 centennial reminiscent of the brass framed winchester 1866 yellow boy rifle that was winchesters first product. This is a good example with decent wood, super markings, and even some original blue on the barrel, magazine tube, and loading port. I have a winchester model 1873, 32 wcf, kings improvement. The red book of winchester values, 4th edition by larry shennum, ph. Please check with winchester dealers if you are searching for one, as some earlier models may still be available in some areas. It is usually easy to identify by the band of metal that goes around the forward piece of wood. The 1866 is real looker, but is much heavier, not necessarily a bad thing for cas. Winchester repeating arms all models gun values by gun. The model 1873 was particularly successful, being marketed by the manufacturer as the gun that won the west. The prices have really fallen on standard guns compared to the red book values, however i agree with bert and you, at auction the gun would fetch a higher value.
Get the best deals on winchester vintage hunting books and manuals and upgrade your home workout gear with the largest online selection at. The centennial 66 was quite a hit, and a highly engraved version shared the cover of the 1967 gun digest with an equally highly engraved model 1866 winchester. The 1866 yellowboy rifle was a marked improvement over the henry rifle. Considered by most the best book written on the history of the winchester rifle. And goes a long way toward explaining why i found the history of winchester firearms 18661980 by barnes, watrous, rikhoff, hall, and kuhlhoff as enjoyable as i did. The history of winchester firearms, 18661980 skip to main content. The lever action repeating rifles produced by the winchester repeating arms company. I have a winchester model 1873, 32 wcf, kings improvement, patented. I have not read a western novel in a long time but will certainly look for more by this author. Got a antique winchester model 1866 lever action rifle. Learn pricing and values for these winchester firearms. The book is in fine to as new condition, solid binding, no bumps or scraping to the covers, all interior pages clean and white. Is there anything else the expert should be aware of.