Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Auction Company is pleased to present this truly iconic single-shot falling block rifle today for auction...this is the Sharps Model 1874 "Old Reliable"!
**Sharps thick lockplate conversion with past Indian use. The barrel was shot out & replaced with a modern steel barrel for use in Buffalo Gong Matches!
**Sharps thick lockplate conversion with past Indian use. The barrel was shot out & replaced with a modern steel barrel for use in Buffalo Gong Matches!
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SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: C. Sharps Arms
Model: 1874 "Old Reliable"
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: .45 Cal
Finish: Color Case Hardened Receiver with Blue Barrel (that over time has turned to patina)
Barrel Length: 30" Octagon
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Straight Grip Walnut Stock and Forearm
Action: Falling-Block
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Arguably the most famous single shot rifle of the American West, the 1874 Sharps falling block rifle story began in 1848 when Christian Sharps patented his first breech-loading rifle and carbine design using paper cartridges ignited by a separate musket cap. Throughout the 1850’s and 1860’s the Sharps breech-loading rifle became popular with military and civilian users alike. As metallic cartridges were developed and became available the venerable breech-loading Sharps was a perfect candidate for conversion to the metallic cartridges of the time. Many of the Civil War Era Sharps rifles and carbines were converted to early metallic cartridges.
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Model: 1874 "Old Reliable"
Serial: No Serial
Caliber: .45 Cal
Finish: Color Case Hardened Receiver with Blue Barrel (that over time has turned to patina)
Barrel Length: 30" Octagon
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Notch Rear
Stock/Grips: Smooth Straight Grip Walnut Stock and Forearm
Action: Falling-Block
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
Arguably the most famous single shot rifle of the American West, the 1874 Sharps falling block rifle story began in 1848 when Christian Sharps patented his first breech-loading rifle and carbine design using paper cartridges ignited by a separate musket cap. Throughout the 1850’s and 1860’s the Sharps breech-loading rifle became popular with military and civilian users alike. As metallic cartridges were developed and became available the venerable breech-loading Sharps was a perfect candidate for conversion to the metallic cartridges of the time. Many of the Civil War Era Sharps rifles and carbines were converted to early metallic cartridges.
The 1874 Model was introduced by the Sharps Rifle Co. as the first purpose-built rifle to house the new breed of powerful metallic cartridges. It quickly showed itself as being a rugged and reliable rifle perfectly suited to the rigors of the frontier. This reputation led to the 1874’s nickname and C. Sharps Rifle Co. Inc. trademark of “Old Reliable”.
Return Policy:We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
Shipping Details
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Return Policy
We gladly offer a 3 day unfired inspection policy from the time that the firearm is delivered to your FFL. Refunds are available for all qualifying orders.
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