The Cimarron Firearms 1886 Carbine is a lever-action rifle chambered in .45-70 GOVT with a 22-inch round barrel and 7+1 capacity. It weighs 6.6 lbs and ships new in box with a walnut stock and blue/color case finish options. Model number AS188645-70C. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .45-70 GOVT 
• Barrel Length: 22 inches 
• Capacity: 7+1 rounds 
• Weight: 6.6 lbs. 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish Per Color: Walnut with Blue/Color Case options 
• Manufacturer: Cimarron Firearms 
• Model Number: AS188645-70C 
• Type: Lever Action Rifle 
   

Features 

The 22-inch round barrel provides good balance and contributes to accuracy at hunting distances. Sights are a buckhorn rear with a blade front, traditional and quick to acquire. The tubular magazine holds seven rounds and loads from the front of the magazine tube. The external hammer is part of the original Winchester 1886 design and adds a tactile safety reference. Steel frame and walnut stock follow period-correct construction for the 1886 pattern.

Owners of the Cimarron 1886 generally appreciate the craftsmanship and the handling of a proper .45-70 lever action. The walnut stock quality gets consistent positive remarks, and accuracy at big-game distances earns praise from hunters who use it in the field. The .45-70 caliber works well for large game and the lever action cycles smoothly.

Recoil is notable and comes up in most discussions, manageable with good technique, but worth knowing going in. Weight is the other common practical concern: 6.6 lbs is not heavy on paper, but some hunters find it tiring on longer carry days. Pricing draws some debate; buyers who prioritize quality materials and period-correct design consider it fair, while others compare it unfavorably against similar lever-action options. Overall, it's well-regarded by shooters who want a functional .45-70 with authentic 1886 styling rather than a modern approximation.

The first thing that struck me about this 1886 was its appearance. It is a genuinely beautiful rifle, and the visual impression is matched by a notably solid feel. Those are the two qualities I can judge so far, since I have not fired it yet. Even without range time, I keep appreciating how substantial it seems and how well the classic look comes across. There is real satisfaction in simply handling a rifle that feels this sturdy and looks this handsome. I am looking forward to eventually shooting it, but for now my positive rating rests on the excellent appearance and solidity rather than any claim about performance.