The Pedersoli 86/71 Boarbuster Shadow is a .45-70 Government lever action rifle with a 19-inch barrel (Pedersoli part no. 010S735457). Pedersoli calls it the new era of the 1886 model, with modern finishes and innovative materials. The techno-polymer stock adjusts both vertically and horizontally, and the rifle has an oversized loading lever and a dedicated Ghost sight. It is a modern take on the classic lever gun and is offered through Italian Firearms Group.

Key Specifications

• Chambering is .45-70 Government, a heavy-bullet round that Pedersoli lists for wild hunting.
• Barrel length is 19 inches, short enough to keep the rifle handy.
• The twist rate is 1:18, a pitch that fits heavier .45-70 bullets.
• The rifling has 6 grooves, the pattern Pedersoli lists for this model.
• Overall length is 37 7/16 inches, a compact package for a big-bore lever action.
• Unloaded weight is 7.71 pounds, light enough for a day in the field.
• The stock is techno-polymer with vertical and horizontal adjustment, so you can tune the fit.
• The loading lever is oversized, which makes it easier to work with gloves.
• A dedicated Ghost sight comes fitted, giving a fast sight picture.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the stock adjustable? Yes. The techno-polymer stock can be adjusted vertically and horizontally.

What sets the Shadow apart from the other Boarbusters? Pedersoli describes it as having modern finishes and innovative materials, including the techno-polymer stock, an oversized loading lever and a dedicated Ghost sight.

What caliber is it? It is chambered in .45-70 Government.

Buy the Pedersoli 86/71 Lever Action Boarbuster Shadow Rifle, .45-70 Government, 19-Inch Barrel

The Shadow suits hunters who want a modern synthetic stock on a proven lever design. Order it from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop for fast, insured shipping to your FFL, and see more lever action rifles here.