Description
Item Description
Bryant Ridge Co. is pleased to present this modern rendition of an iconic falling-block, breech-loading, single-shot rifle for a penny-start auction; this is the Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co. Shiloh-Sharps 1874 Hartford!
SPECIFICATIONS:
Manufacturer: Shiloh Rifle Mfg. Co.
Model: Shiloh-Sharps 1874 Hartford
Serial: 0164B
Model: Shiloh-Sharps 1874 Hartford
Serial: 0164B
Caliber: .40-70 2 ½" ST (Sharps Straight) 1:16 Twist
Finish: Color Case Hardened Receiver, Blue Barrel, and Polished Fire Blue Screws
Barrel Length: Polished 30" Half Octagon/Half Round Heavy Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Sporting Buckhorn Rear
Stock/Grips: Extra Fancy, Traditional Checkered, “AA” Finished Walnut Straight Grip Stock and Forearm with Pewter Hartford Nosecap
Action: Single-Shot, Falling-Block, Breech-Loading Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Shiloh-Sharps 1874 Hartford in .40-70 (Sharps Straight) is a faithful, high-quality reinterpretation of the legendary centerfire single-shot rifles that dominated long-range hunting and target work in the late 19th century. Built to modern standards by Shiloh Rifle Manufacturing Co., this Hartford-pattern Sharps features a polished 30" half-octagon/half-round heavy barrel with a 1:16" twist optimized for the .40-70 cartridge, delivering the ballistic stability and downrange energy hunters and long-range shooters expect from this classic chambering. The rifle’s color case-hardened receiver, deep blue barrel, and polished fire-blue screws reflect traditional period finishes while providing durable protection and an authentic vintage appearance. Practical iron sights—a dovetailed blade front and sporting buckhorn rear—preserve the historic sighting method that made Sharps rifles famed for precise, long-range shot making before widespread optical adoption.
Finish: Color Case Hardened Receiver, Blue Barrel, and Polished Fire Blue Screws
Barrel Length: Polished 30" Half Octagon/Half Round Heavy Barrel
Optics/Sights: Dovetail Blade Front with Sporting Buckhorn Rear
Stock/Grips: Extra Fancy, Traditional Checkered, “AA” Finished Walnut Straight Grip Stock and Forearm with Pewter Hartford Nosecap
Action: Single-Shot, Falling-Block, Breech-Loading Rifle
Markings: Standard
Bryant Ridge's Analysis:
The Shiloh-Sharps 1874 Hartford in .40-70 (Sharps Straight) is a faithful, high-quality reinterpretation of the legendary centerfire single-shot rifles that dominated long-range hunting and target work in the late 19th century. Built to modern standards by Shiloh Rifle Manufacturing Co., this Hartford-pattern Sharps features a polished 30" half-octagon/half-round heavy barrel with a 1:16" twist optimized for the .40-70 cartridge, delivering the ballistic stability and downrange energy hunters and long-range shooters expect from this classic chambering. The rifle’s color case-hardened receiver, deep blue barrel, and polished fire-blue screws reflect traditional period finishes while providing durable protection and an authentic vintage appearance. Practical iron sights—a dovetailed blade front and sporting buckhorn rear—preserve the historic sighting method that made Sharps rifles famed for precise, long-range shot making before widespread optical adoption.
Beyond its ballistic pedigree, the Shiloh-built Hartford is a study in fine gunsmithing and presentation. The extra-fancy, "AA" finished walnut straight-grip stock and forearm, hand-checkered and fitted with a pewter Hartford nosecap, combine comfortable handling with museum-quality aesthetics that appeal to both shooters and collectors. The heavy barrel profile and robust action provide excellent harmonic consistency and recoil control, making the rifle well-suited to deliberate single-shot shooting, buffalo-style silhouette matches, and serious big-game hunting using period-correct ammunition or modern handloads. In sum, the Shiloh-Sharps 1874 Hartford .40-70 is a beautifully executed blend of historical authenticity and contemporary workmanship—an eye-catching, accurate, and highly collectible example of classic American rifle design.
Contents:
Contents:
This example will ship with a Plano case, original serialized invoice, and all other contents as pictured above!
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.
Additional Details
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