The Taylor’s & Company 1885 High Wall (brand part no. 550218) is a .45-70 Government single-shot rifle built on the classic falling-block High Wall action, stretched over a 32-inch barrel for the long sight radius that made these rifles legends in black-powder cartridge silhouette and long-range target work. Taylor’s & Company finishes the rifle in blued steel over walnut, with a dovetailed blade front sight and dovetail rear that accept period-correct upgrades like tang and globe sights. The 1-in-20 twist stabilizes the heavy cast and jacketed bullets that .45-70 shooters favor at distance. Among single shot rifles, this High Wall favors BPCR competitors and buffalo-rifle enthusiasts who want the full 32-inch experience.

Key Specifications

• The chambering is .45-70 Government.
• The barrel measures 32 inches for maximum sight radius and velocity from heavy loads.
• The action is a falling-block single shot in the 1885 High Wall pattern.
• The rate of twist is 1-in-20 inches, matched to heavy .45-70 bullets.
• The sights are a dovetailed blade front and dovetail rear, ready for period upgrades.
• The metalwork is blued steel over a walnut stock.
• The capacity is 1 round, loaded directly into the chamber.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this rifle built for? Long-range single-shot work — black-powder cartridge silhouette, mid-range target matches, and classic buffalo-rifle shooting.

Can the sights be upgraded? Yes, the dovetailed front and rear sights accept period-correct replacements, and High Wall actions are traditionally paired with tang-mounted aperture sights.

Buy the Taylor’s & Company 1885 High Wall Rifle

A 32-inch .45-70 High Wall built for the long game is exactly what this Taylor’s single shot delivers. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL.