New 1874 Sharps

[17remhunter]

Im looking at ordering a 1874 Sharps: Big Timber. For hunting Deer. Would appreciate your recommendations. Cartridge. Model #. Barrel configuration

 

[BAKPAKR]

If you are like me and don’t want to use blackpowder, go with 45-70. I have been looking at ordering one myself. I will probably end up with a Hartford model with a 30” barrel and a few upgrades.

 

[17remhunter]

Weight is a big factor for me. I saw a 40-70 on gunbroker yesterday. It had a 30” heavy half. It looked like the number #1 Sporter in like new condition with vernier sights for $3500. However its weight is 10 lbs 14 oz. Im wanting a hiking hunting rifle Im considering a 26-28” standard octagon. Im going to have to call Sharps and ask what the weight difference might be. You can reload using 5744 powder. I shot a 45-70 once with the high pressure load and it had sever recoil. The wait time is at 24 months. Have you heard any difference

 

[Ben Lamb]

If you think you're gonna get a lightweight hunting rifle in any Sharps, you're not.

But a carbine in 45-70 sounds like what you're looking for.

You can load smokeless for black for just about any cartridge (use dacron to fill the case). YOu have to be careful with pressure and make sure you're not ringing the barrel, but I use a light load of smokeless in my 40-90 Shiloh Straight and it's accurate as hell.

 

[Dan O]

I have 4 Shiloh Sharps one is 45-65, two 45-70's and one 45-100. For hunting you have choices of straight grip with the #3 or pistol grip only with the Montana rough rider or pistol grip and cheek rest with the #1. You can order the barrel of your choice with the standard 1/2 round being the lightest. 45-70 is your best option as loaded ammo is available at most sporting goods stores. Plus reloading components are available for whatever you want to load smokeless of BP. I forgot to mention the saddle rifle it has the cheek piece with the straight grip. You have a lot of options. Go to Shilohs website and you with have a lot to check out.

 

[17remhunter]

If you think you're gonna get a lightweight hunting rifle in any Sharps, you're not.

But a carbine in 45-70 sounds like what you're looking for.

You can load smokeless for black for just about any cartridge (use dacron to fill the case). YOu have to be careful with pressure and make sure you're not ringing the barrel, but I use a light load of smokeless in my 40-90 Shiloh Straight and it's accurate as hell.

I was looking at the Saddle Rifle in a 38-55 26” standard octagon barrel for deer hunting. I would guess it would weigh in at about 8 1/2 lbs ??