Original U.S. Special Order Winchester Nickel Plated 2nd Model 1866 "Yellow Boy" Carbine with Octagonal Barrel Serial 21217 in .44 Centerfire - Made in 1869 Russian Awards Medals Badges Insignia It was shortened a bit

It was shortened a bit

which is what the number "513" corresponds to

In truly splendid condition

but this example shows no signs of having parts replaced

A somewhat worn serial number is marked on the receiver tang-

Original U.S. Special Order Winchester Nickel Plated 2nd Model 1866 "Yellow Boy" Carbine with Octagonal Barrel Serial 21217 in .44 Centerfire - Made in 1869 Russian Awards Medals Badges Insignia It was shortened a bitOriginal Item: One of a Kind. Every Schoolboys dream! A genuine M 1866 YELLOW BOY, the legendary Brass framed first Winchester Saddle Ring Carbine. First introduced in 1866, having taken over the Henry Rifle Company, Oliver Winchester launched one of the iconic Firearm names in the history of THE OLD WEST. This "Gunmetal" Framed Beauty is definitely a unique offering, looking to have been Special Ordered from the factory, and possibly customized again