Shiloh Sharps Mod 1874 30” 45-70 Govt Single Shot Rifle w/MVA Vernier Sight
SOLD FOR: $3,780.00
Make: Shiloh Rifle Mfg. CO.
Model: Sharps Model 1874 Long Range Express
Serial Number: B2077
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 45-70 Gov.
Action Type: Single Shot Breech Loading, Falling Block, with set triggers.
Markings: The tang is marked “B2077”.The top of the barrel is marked “Shiloh-Sharps Model 1874” and “CALIBRE 45 / 21/10”. The left side of the receiver is marked “SHILOH RIFLE MFG. CO. BIG TIMBER, MONTANA.”.
Barrel Length: 30” Heavy Octagon Barrel.
Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with a fire blued Globe front sight with a circle post insert and spirit level. The rear sight is a flip-up ladder sight marked from 2-8 with a small notch buckhorn sight when the ladder is folded down. Both front and rear sights are dovetailed into the barrel. This rifle also includes a MVA tang mounted Vernier Style micrometer rear sight with a Mid Range 3.5” Staff with 2.5” of adjustment.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture is a two piece smooth “Fancy” walnut. The buttstock is a full pistol grip with checkered curved lower tang, straight comb with cheek piece, and has a case colored checkered buttplate with fire blued screws. The handguard features pewter tip smooth forend with fire blued screws. The wood on this rifle has no visible handling wear that this writer could see. The color case hardened buttplate has no wear. The LOP measures 13.75″ from the front trigger to the back of the buttplate. The Furniture rates in Excellent to Like New overall condition.
Type of Finish: The barrel is blued and the receiver, lever, buttplate, tang and hammer are color case hardened. All the screws, tang sight base, and globe sight are fire blued.
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. There is almost no handling wear or wear from use on this rifle. The screw heads are undamaged and sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent to Like New condition.
Mechanics: This rifle has double set triggers, which function correctly. The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the wooden shipping box, a leather tang sight holder, and a padded soft case.
Our Assessment: The Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Express rifle in .45-70 is a highly regarded firearm, celebrated for its historical significance, craftsmanship, and accuracy. This rifle is a faithful reproduction of the original Sharps Model 1874, which gained fame in the late 19th century as a powerful and precise long-range rifle. Manufactured by Shiloh Rifle Manufacturing Company, the 1874 Long Range Express embodies both historical authenticity and modern precision. The rifle is chambered in .45-70, a cartridge renowned for its effectiveness in hunting and long-range shooting. The .45-70 cartridge has a storied history, having been adopted by the U.S. military in the late 1800s and widely used by hunters and marksmen for its powerful ballistics. The 30-inch octagon barrel is a standout feature of the Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Express. The octagonal shape adds to the rifle’s aesthetic appeal and provides a traditional look reminiscent of the original Sharps rifles. The length of the barrel contributes to increased accuracy and muzzle velocity, making it ideal for long-range shooting. To enhance the long range capability of this rifle it is equipped with a Vernier tang sight. This type of sight is essentially a micrometer and allows for extremely precise adjustments for elevation and windage. The Vernier tang sight is a hallmark of Sharps rifles, the use of which was famously portrayed in the 1990 classic movie “Quigley Down Under”. Adding to the rifle’s elegance are the fire blued screws and case hardened hardware. These traditional finishing techniques not only enhance the aesthetic appeal of the rifle but also provide a level of rust resistance. The fire blued hardware in particular is a testament to the meticulous attention to detail and craftsmanship that Shiloh Rifle Manufacturing Company puts into each rifle. Overall, this Shiloh Sharps 1874 Long Range Express in .45-70 with a 30-inch octagon barrel, Vernier tang sight, and fire blued parts is a remarkable firearm to behold, to shoulder and to shoot. It captures the essence of a bygone era while delivering performance and beauty to whoever is lucky enough to get their hands on it!!! Please see our photos and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
