The Pedersoli Sharps 1874 Boss Rifle in .45-70 Government (Pedersoli part no. 010S770457) is a faithful single-shot reproduction of the falling-block rifles that defined long-range shooting on the American frontier. Built by Pedersoli, this Boss model pairs a 34-inch blued barrel with a checkered walnut stock for the classic look and heft of an original 1874-pattern Sharps. Despite its listing among semi-automatic rifles, this is a traditional falling-block single-shot design, loaded and fired one round at a time for the deliberate, precision-focused shooting the platform was built for. Whether you shoot black-powder cartridge silhouette, hunt big game at distance, or simply want an authentic piece of Old West history on your wall or at the range, the Sharps 1874 Boss delivers.

Key Specifications

• Uses a falling-block single-shot action, not a semi-automatic mechanism, true to the original 1874 Sharps design.
• Chambered in .45-70 Government, a classic big-bore cartridge for long-range and big-game shooting.
• The 34-inch barrel gives the long sight radius and stability long-range Sharps shooters expect.
• Overall length runs approximately 50.8 inches, matching the full-size profile of the original Sharps rifles.
• A 1:18-inch rifling twist is matched to traditional .45-70 bullet weights.
• Weighs in at 10.6 pounds, adding stability for precision shooting at distance.
• The stock is crafted from checkered walnut for a traditional look and secure grip.
• Finished in a deep blued metal finish, matching the rifle’s period-correct appearance.
• Ships equipped with sporting-style sights, ready to shoot right out of the box.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this rifle semi-automatic? No. Despite being listed among semi-automatic rifles, the Sharps 1874 Boss uses a traditional falling-block, single-shot action.

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

What is the stock made of? A checkered walnut stock, matching the original 1874 Sharps pattern.

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