Cimarron CA222 1866 Yellowboy | .38 Special | 24″ Octagon

The Cimarron CA222 1866 Yellowboy is a reproduction-style sporting rifle chambered for .38 Special with a classic octagon barrel and brass receiver. It pairs traditional lines and walnut furniture with a blued finish on the barrel and metalwork, aimed at shooters who value period-authentic handling and appearance. For scope-equipped use, an optic under $1,000 such as a Vortex Crossfire II 2-7×32 provides an appropriate balance of durability and magnification for this platform. Typical applications include reproduction/heritage shooting and deliberate target or small-game field use.

Product Specifications

• The caliber is .38 Special.
• The barrel measures 24 inches and features an octagon profile.
• The action is a lever action design.
• The overall length is 45.5 inches.
• The rifle’s listed weight is 8.2 pounds.
• The stock material is walnut.
• The metal finish is listed as blued.
• The receiver/metal color is noted as brass (brass-lite frame).
• Sights are listed as included.
• The rifle does not use a detachable magazine; listed value is No.
• Hinged floorplate is listed as No.
• Checkering is listed as No.
• Recoil pad is listed as No.
• Other notable features include a brass-lite frame and an octagon barrel.
• The UPC is 814230010117.

The CA222 1866 Yellowboy blends period styling with modern production controls to deliver a rifle suited to collectors and shooters who appreciate traditional lever-action ergonomics. Its brass receiver and walnut furniture give it a distinct look while the 24-inch octagon barrel supports accurate, deliberate shooting at moderate ranges. The included sights and scope-compatibility make it a flexible choice for range sessions and heritage-style matches.