The Chiappa 1874 Sharps Cavalry Rifle (Chiappa part no. 920017) is a faithful falling-block reproduction chambered in .45-70 Government, built for shooters who want the classic Old West Sharps profile with genuine walnut furniture and a color case-hardened receiver.

Key Specifications

• Chambered in .45-70 Government, a classic big-bore cartridge with a long history in single-shot rifles.
• Fitted with a 22-inch barrel for a compact cavalry-carbine profile.
• Rifled at a 1-in-18-inch twist rate for stabilizing heavy .45-70 projectiles.
• Falling-block single-shot action, hand-cycled between rounds.
• Finished with a color case-hardened receiver and blued barrel for period-correct styling.
• Furnished with a hand-oiled walnut stock and forend, including a patch box.
• Uses a ladder-style adjustable rear sight paired with a blade front sight for windage and elevation adjustment.
• Single-trigger, manually fed, one round at a time.
• Constructed with a steel receiver and barrel for durability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a real firearm? Yes, this is a complete, cartridge-firing single-shot rifle in .45-70 Government, not a black-powder muzzleloader or replica exempt from firearm regulations.

What sights does it use? An adjustable ladder rear sight paired with a blade front sight.

Buy the Chiappa 1874 Sharps Cavalry Rifle

Like any complete firearm, this rifle ships to your local FFL for transfer. Order through Chiappa Firearms‘s rifle lineup and our Lubbock, Texas team will handle the transfer paperwork with your dealer.