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Taylors And Company 1860 Tay 200017 1860 Army Snub Bp .44 3in$483.55
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The Taylors & Company 1863 Sharps Sporting black powder rifle in .45 caliber is a faithful recreation of one of history's most iconic single-shot rifles. With its 32-inch octagonal barrel, color case-hardened receiver, and checkered walnut stock, this percussion-cap rifle delivers the authentic handling and ballistics that made the original Sharps a favorite among long-range shooters and hunters. Whether you're getting into traditional black powder hunting, competing in historical shooting matches, or simply want to experience what serious riflemen carried during the Civil War era, this Taylors & Company offering gives you genuine Sharps mechanics without the four-figure price tag of an original.
Built by Pedersoli—a manufacturer with a pedigree in quality black powder firearms—this .45 caliber rifle balances historical accuracy with practical shootability. The fixed checkered walnut furniture feels right in the hand, and the blued finish on that long octagonal barrel is both period-correct and practical. Musket cap ignition keeps you true to the original design, and the right-hand configuration suits the vast majority of shooters. The 32-inch barrel provides the velocity and sight radius that make the Sharps legendary for accuracy at distance—a genuine advantage whether you're stalking deer, target shooting, or just exploring what made these rifles so respected in their time.
If you're exploring black powder hunting or looking to add a historically significant caliber and action to your collection, the 1863 Sharps Sporting is a serious, well-made entry point. It's a working rifle, not a safe queen, and it'll perform as well as it looks.
| Caliber | .45 |
| Barrel Length | 32 inches |
| Barrel Type | Octagonal, blued |
| Receiver | Color case-hardened steel |
| Stock | Checkered walnut, fixed |
| Ignition | Musket cap percussion |
| Hand | Right-hand |
| Manufacturer | Pedersoli (imported by Taylors & Company) |
As a black powder percussion rifle, it fires .45 caliber round balls or conical projectiles with black powder charge and musket caps. Consult the manual for safe load data and component recommendations.
Yes. The .45 caliber Sharps with a 32-inch barrel is capable of delivering the velocity and accuracy needed for hunting applications where black powder is legal and appropriate to the game.
The Sharps action is a single-shot falling-block design known for exceptional accuracy and strength. It's distinct from in-line modern black powder rifles and side-hammer percussion rifles, and it offers the mechanical and aesthetic experience of 19th-century sharpshooting.
Black powder percussion rifles are generally not federally regulated as firearms, but state and local laws vary. Check your local regulations before purchasing.
SKU: 121689130 • Width: 9in • Height: 3.5in • Depth: 59.5in • Weight: 14.8oz
Availability: In Stock
Current Stock: Out of stock
The Taylors & Company 1863 Sharps Sporting black powder rifle in .45 caliber is a faithful recreation of one of history's most iconic single-shot rifles. With its 32-inch octagonal barrel, color case-hardened receiver, and checkered walnut stock, this percussion-cap rifle delivers the authentic handling and ballistics that made the original Sharps a favorite among long-range shooters and hunters. Whether you're getting into traditional black powder hunting, competing in historical shooting matches, or simply want to experience what serious riflemen carried during the Civil War era, this Taylors & Company offering gives you genuine Sharps mechanics without the four-figure price tag of an original.
Built by Pedersoli—a manufacturer with a pedigree in quality black powder firearms—this .45 caliber rifle balances historical accuracy with practical shootability. The fixed checkered walnut furniture feels right in the hand, and the blued finish on that long octagonal barrel is both period-correct and practical. Musket cap ignition keeps you true to the original design, and the right-hand configuration suits the vast majority of shooters. The 32-inch barrel provides the velocity and sight radius that make the Sharps legendary for accuracy at distance—a genuine advantage whether you're stalking deer, target shooting, or just exploring what made these rifles so respected in their time.
If you're exploring black powder hunting or looking to add a historically significant caliber and action to your collection, the 1863 Sharps Sporting is a serious, well-made entry point. It's a working rifle, not a safe queen, and it'll perform as well as it looks.
| Caliber | .45 |
| Barrel Length | 32 inches |
| Barrel Type | Octagonal, blued |
| Receiver | Color case-hardened steel |
| Stock | Checkered walnut, fixed |
| Ignition | Musket cap percussion |
| Hand | Right-hand |
| Manufacturer | Pedersoli (imported by Taylors & Company) |
As a black powder percussion rifle, it fires .45 caliber round balls or conical projectiles with black powder charge and musket caps. Consult the manual for safe load data and component recommendations.
Yes. The .45 caliber Sharps with a 32-inch barrel is capable of delivering the velocity and accuracy needed for hunting applications where black powder is legal and appropriate to the game.
The Sharps action is a single-shot falling-block design known for exceptional accuracy and strength. It's distinct from in-line modern black powder rifles and side-hammer percussion rifles, and it offers the mechanical and aesthetic experience of 19th-century sharpshooting.
Black powder percussion rifles are generally not federally regulated as firearms, but state and local laws vary. Check your local regulations before purchasing.
SKU: 121689130 • Width: 9in • Height: 3.5in • Depth: 59.5in • Weight: 14.8oz