Original U.S. Winchester Early 3rd Model 1866 "Yellow Boy" .44RF Repeating Rifle with 24" Octagon Barrel Made in 1869 - Serial 27968 Russian Artwork & Posters so Gerber discontinued that element

so Gerber discontinued that element on subsequent production runs

Most of the Tabatiere Rifles were converted from the 1853-7 French back action Minié Percussion Rifle and were designated the Model of 1853/1869

The tornister pack is a bit loose to the soldier but displays fine

Markings: 3482 / a and 41 cul

The badge looks to be made from silvered brass

Original U.S. Winchester Early 3rd Model 1866 "Yellow Boy" .44RF Repeating Rifle with 24" Octagon Barrel Made in 1869 - Serial 27968 Russian Artwork & Posters so Gerber discontinued that elementOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a rare treat! A genuine M 1866 YELLOW BOY, the legendary Brass framed first Winchester Repeating rifle! 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. Many refer to the Winchester repeating rifle as the "GUN THAT WON THE WEST"! While the Model 1873 improved on many aspects of the Model 1866, it