Taylors & Company 1874 Sharps Sporting .45-70 Gov, 32″ Barrel

The Taylors & Company 1874 Sharps Sporting rifle is a faithful reproduction of the historic Sharps design chambered in .45-70 Government. It pairs a 32″ octagonal blued barrel and a color case hardened receiver with a walnut stock and Schnabel forend for a classic appearance and steady handling. The rifle’s single-shot sliding breechblock action and double set trigger reflect original operating characteristics while supporting deliberate, precise shots.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45-70 Government.
• Operates with a Sliding Breechblock action.
• Capacity is 1 round.
• The barrel measures 32 inches and is octagonal.
• Twist rate is 1:18.
• The stock is Walnut with a Brown/Tan finish group.
• Finish is a color case hardened receiver with a blued barrel.
• Overall length is 49 inches.
• Weight is 10.60 lbs.
• Sights are Blade front and an adjustable rear.

Solidly built with period-correct features, this 1874 Sharps Sporting rifle suits shooters who value historical accuracy and straightforward, dependable performance. Its combination of traditional wood and steel finishes, single-shot intent, and match-capable trigger make it well suited for heritage matches, precision target work, and any disciplined field use where a reliable big-bore single-shot is preferred.