
Availability: In Stock
The Taylors & Company 1866 Sporting Rifle in .45 LC brings authentic Old West character to your hunting and shooting sessions. Built on the legendary Winchester 1866 platform, this lever-action rifle combines historical aesthetics with practical field performance. The 24.25-inch octagon barrel gives you a classic profile while delivering solid accuracy at moderate distances—ideal for hunting medium-sized game and enjoying traditional rifle sports where nostalgia meets function.
This isn't a safe queen. The 1866 Sporting is a real working rifle. The forged brass frame and blued barrel strike that balance between period-correct looks and honest durability. At 8.2 pounds, it handles well enough for a day in the field without wearing you out. The straight walnut stock feels natural in your hands and speaks to Taylors & Company's attention to fit and finish. You get 13 rounds of .45 LC in the tube magazine—enough capacity for hunting scenarios without turning the gun into something it isn't.
Sights are where this rifle meets the real world: an adjustable rear and front blade keep you on target. Load it, level it, and go. The 43.25-inch overall length is manageable in brush and easy to carry. Whether you're chasing Cowboy Action Shooting matches, hunting hog or deer, or just taking a gun that makes sense in your hand out to the range, the 1866 Sporting delivers the kind of rifle that rewards good fundamentals and familiarity.
| Caliber | .45 LC |
| Barrel Length | 24.25 inches |
| Barrel Profile | Octagonal |
| Magazine Capacity | 13 rounds |
| Overall Length | 43.25 inches |
| Weight | 8.2 lbs |
| Receiver | Forged brass |
| Barrel Finish | Blued |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Stock Style | Straight |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable |
| Front Sight | Blade |
This lever-action is well-suited for hunting medium-sized game, Cowboy Action Shooting matches, and traditional rifle sports. The .45 LC caliber and adjustable sights make it practical for ranges where you can use basic marksmanship. It's also a natural choice if you appreciate classic rifle handling and don't need modern tactical features.
Yes—Taylors & Company builds reproductions faithful to the original 1866 Winchester design, including the octagonal barrel, brass frame, and straight stock. It's a working replica, not a safe-queen display piece, so you can actually hunt and shoot it.
The tube magazine holds 13 rounds of .45 LC ammunition, loaded from the receiver end. This gives you solid capacity for hunting and sport shooting without excessive weight or handling bulk.
Yes. The rifle is equipped with an adjustable rear sight and a front blade sight, allowing you to zero and dial in for your shooting distance and hunting scenario.

SKU: 120911623 • Weight: 9.2oz





Availability: In Stock
The Taylors & Company 1866 Sporting Rifle in .45 LC brings authentic Old West character to your hunting and shooting sessions. Built on the legendary Winchester 1866 platform, this lever-action rifle combines historical aesthetics with practical field performance. The 24.25-inch octagon barrel gives you a classic profile while delivering solid accuracy at moderate distances—ideal for hunting medium-sized game and enjoying traditional rifle sports where nostalgia meets function.
This isn't a safe queen. The 1866 Sporting is a real working rifle. The forged brass frame and blued barrel strike that balance between period-correct looks and honest durability. At 8.2 pounds, it handles well enough for a day in the field without wearing you out. The straight walnut stock feels natural in your hands and speaks to Taylors & Company's attention to fit and finish. You get 13 rounds of .45 LC in the tube magazine—enough capacity for hunting scenarios without turning the gun into something it isn't.
Sights are where this rifle meets the real world: an adjustable rear and front blade keep you on target. Load it, level it, and go. The 43.25-inch overall length is manageable in brush and easy to carry. Whether you're chasing Cowboy Action Shooting matches, hunting hog or deer, or just taking a gun that makes sense in your hand out to the range, the 1866 Sporting delivers the kind of rifle that rewards good fundamentals and familiarity.
| Caliber | .45 LC |
| Barrel Length | 24.25 inches |
| Barrel Profile | Octagonal |
| Magazine Capacity | 13 rounds |
| Overall Length | 43.25 inches |
| Weight | 8.2 lbs |
| Receiver | Forged brass |
| Barrel Finish | Blued |
| Stock Material | Walnut |
| Stock Style | Straight |
| Rear Sight | Adjustable |
| Front Sight | Blade |
This lever-action is well-suited for hunting medium-sized game, Cowboy Action Shooting matches, and traditional rifle sports. The .45 LC caliber and adjustable sights make it practical for ranges where you can use basic marksmanship. It's also a natural choice if you appreciate classic rifle handling and don't need modern tactical features.
Yes—Taylors & Company builds reproductions faithful to the original 1866 Winchester design, including the octagonal barrel, brass frame, and straight stock. It's a working replica, not a safe-queen display piece, so you can actually hunt and shoot it.
The tube magazine holds 13 rounds of .45 LC ammunition, loaded from the receiver end. This gives you solid capacity for hunting and sport shooting without excessive weight or handling bulk.
Yes. The rifle is equipped with an adjustable rear sight and a front blade sight, allowing you to zero and dial in for your shooting distance and hunting scenario.
SKU: 120911623 • Weight: 9.2oz
