Winchester Miroku Model 1866 Short Rifle 20” .38 SPL Lever Action Rifle MFG
SOLD FOR: $1,025.00
LSB#: LSB260113JS043
Make: Winchester
Model: 1866 Short Rifle
Serial Number: 00039ZP66C
Year of Manufacture: 2018
Caliber: .38 SPL
Action Type: Lever Action with Tubular Magazine
Barrel Length: 20″, Round
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a beaded blade dovetailed into the barrel. The rear sight is a folding Carbine style ladder sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The stocks are two-piece walnut with capped forend, straight grip, straight comb, rifle-style brass buttplate with flip up door. The LOP measures 12 1/2″ from the front of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. There is no notable wear or damage. Overall this stock is in Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Blue & Brass
Finish Originality: Original.
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion. This rifle appears to be unfired past the factory test fire.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. This rifle has minor handling marks but no notable damage. Overall this rifle is in Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions incorrectly. The hammer has a half-cock safety position. The firing pin is rusted in place. The bolt may have been changed at some point but we are not certain. We have not fired this rifle. We do not recommend this rifle be fired. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance standards.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: Box and paperwork.
Our Assessment: This Winchester Model 1866 Short Rifle is a modern Miroku produced interpretation of one of the most recognizable lever action designs of the nineteenth century. The original 1866 earned the nickname “Yellow Boy” for its brass frame and became an important transitional rifle in American firearms history, bridging the gap between early rimfire Henry rifles and later centerfire Winchester models. This 2018 production example captures the classic visual character well, pairing polished brass with blued steel and a compact short rifle profile that emphasizes balance and traditional handling.
Chambered in .38 Special, the rifle reflects a cartridge long valued for its mild recoil and efficient performance in lever action platforms. The round barrel is paired with a beaded front sight and a folding carbine style ladder rear sight, offering a period correct sighting arrangement that complements the rifle’s historic aesthetic. The two piece walnut stocks feature a capped forend, straight grip, straight comb, and a rifle style brass buttplate with flip up door, reinforcing the authentic appearance while maintaining clean lines and excellent overall presentation.
Overall condition remains excellent, with approximately 99 percent of the original finish present and only minor handling marks visible. The bore is bright with sharp rifling and shows no erosion, appearing unfired beyond factory test firing. Mechanical condition is noted as non functional, with the firing pin rusted in place and uncertainty regarding a possible bolt change, and the rifle is not recommended for firing in its current state. The hammer does retain a half cock safety position. Included box and paperwork add completeness. As presented, this Model 1866 Short Rifle remains a visually striking modern reproduction from Winchester that emphasizes historical style and display appeal. Please see our photos for a better understanding of condition and good luck with your bids! MF
