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Make: A. Uberti (Imported by Taylor's & Co., Winchester, VA)
Model: 1866 Carbine
Serial Number: 83035
Year of Manufacture: 2001 (Date Code: BP)
Caliber: .45 Colt
Action Type: Lever Action with Tubular Magazine
Barrel Length: 19”
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade integral to the barrel band. The rear sight is a flip-up ladder-style sight, dovetailed to the barrel and adjustable for elevation.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece straight grain walnut with a straight grip and a crescent steel buttplate. The wood shows minimal wear with a smooth factory finish and no major handling marks. Fitment is excellent with only minor gaps typical of Italian reproductions. The forend is tight and free of cracks or splits.
Type of Finish: Blue & Brass
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with strong rifling. There is no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 95–97% of its original finish. The brass receiver remains bright with a polished luster, showing only faint handling marks. The blued barrel and magazine tube exhibit minor wear consistent with light use. The screws are sharp and undisturbed, and the markings are clear and deep. The action operates smoothly. Italian proof marks, the Uberti logo, importer markings, and the BP date code are all present and well-struck.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. The lifter cycles smoothly and the lever locks up tightly. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None
Our Assessment: This Uberti 1866 Saddle Ring Carbine is a faithful reproduction of the legendary Winchester “Yellowboy,” the first successful brass-framed lever-action repeating rifle. The carbine configuration—distinguished by its 19” barrel, saddle ring, and ladder rear sight—was favored for its handiness on horseback and frontier practicality. Built in 2001 and imported by Taylor’s & Co., this example is extremely well-preserved, with a mirror-bright brass frame, clean wood, and a pristine bore. The smooth lever action and authentic design make it a pleasure to shoot and a standout in any Western-themed collection. Whether you're heading to the Cowboy Action range or simply want to own a piece of Old West history brought to life with modern craftsmanship, this carbine delivers the look, feel, and function of the original.