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Taylor’s & Company 1866 Carbine .38 Special 19″ Lever Action Rifle

UPC: 839665002278

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Description

There's a reason the 1866 earned the nickname Yellowboy. That polished brass frame catches the light like nothing else on the rack, and this Taylor's & Company reproduction wears it proudly. Built by Uberti, the 1866 Carbine follows the original Winchester pattern that succeeded the Henry rifle after Nelson King patented his loading gate system, the improvement that let you top off the magazine through the side of the receiver instead of fussing with the front of the mag tube. This one is chambered in .38 Special, which keeps recoil gentle, ammo affordable, and range sessions long.

Why the 1866 Carbine Still Earns Its Keep

The 19 inch round barrel and carbine-length walnut buttstock keep the whole package at 37.87 inches overall and around 7.5 pounds, so it swings quick and carries easy. The tube magazine holds 10 rounds of .38 Special with one more in the chamber, plenty for a full stage of cowboy action or a relaxed afternoon plinking steel. Sights are period correct: a dovetail flip-up rear paired with a fixed front band sight, simple and reliable the way they were in 1866.

Details That Make This Taylor's Yellowboy Special

Beyond the brass frame and matching brass butt plate, you get blued and case hardened steel parts that contrast beautifully against the walnut, plus a saddle ring on the left side of the frame, a nod to the cavalry carbines that rode across the West. Fit and finish is what folks have come to expect from Uberti's work, and the toggle-link action runs slick right out of the box, only getting smoother with use.

Whether you compete in cowboy action shooting, collect Western reproductions, or just want a lever gun with real character that the whole family can shoot comfortably, this 1866 Carbine delivers the goods. It looks like a museum piece and runs like a working gun, which is exactly the point.

Key Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Taylor's & Company (made by Uberti)
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 550210
  • UPC: 839665002278
  • Action: Lever Action
  • Caliber: .38 Special
  • Capacity: 10 + 1
  • Barrel Length: 19" Round
  • Overall Length: 37.87"
  • Weight: 7.48 lbs
  • Frame: Brass with Brass Butt Plate
  • Barrel Finish: Blued
  • Stock: Walnut Carbine-Style Buttstock
  • Sights: Dovetail Flip-Up Rear, Fixed Front Band Sight
  • Saddle Ring: Yes, Left Side of Frame

What’s Included

  • Taylor's & Company 1866 Carbine rifle
  • Owner's manual
  • Factory box

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Taylor's 1866 Carbine good for cowboy action shooting?

It's a natural fit. The .38 Special chambering is soft shooting and popular in the sport, the 10+1 capacity covers a typical rifle stage, and the toggle-link action cycles smoothly for fast follow-up shots. The brass Yellowboy frame also fits right in with the period look most matches favor.

Who makes the 1866 Carbine for Taylor's & Company?

This carbine is manufactured by Uberti in Italy and imported by Taylor's & Company. Uberti has built its reputation on faithful reproductions of classic Winchester and Colt designs, and their fit and finish is consistently well regarded among Western firearms fans.

Can this 1866 Carbine shoot .357 Magnum?

No, this model is chambered for .38 Special only. The 1866 uses the original brass-framed toggle-link design, which was not built for magnum-level pressures. Stick with standard .38 Special loads and it will run happily for years.

How do you load the Taylor's 1866 Carbine?

It loads through the King's patent loading gate on the right side of the brass receiver, the same innovation that separated the 1866 from the earlier Henry rifle. Just press cartridges through the gate to fill the tube magazine under the barrel. It holds 10 rounds of .38 Special, plus one in the chamber.

Additional information

UPC

839665002278

Manufacturer

Manufacturer Part Number

550210

Action

ATF Type

RIFLE

Barrel Length

19"

Caliber/Gauge

.38 Special

Capacity

10 + 1

Package Height

1.8

Package Width

8.6

Product Type

Rifle

Shipping Weight

9.45

Sights

Dovetail Rear | Blade Front

Sights Type

Fixed Sights

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