Italian Pedersoli Model 1874 Sharps Long Range 34″ 45-70 Single Shot Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,725.00
LSB: LSB251102TW027
Make: Pedersoli, imported by IFG.
Model: Sharps Model 1874 Long Range
Serial Number: SH48268
Year of Manufacture: 2024
Caliber: 45-70 Govt.
Action Type: Single Shot, Breech Loading, Falling Block, with set triggers.
Markings: The barrel is marked “SH48268 DP IFG-NA, LLC-AMARILLO, TX PEDERSOLI-SHARPS 34″ MADE IN ITALY /24 cal. 45/70”. The top of the upper tang is marked “SH48268 IT/24”. The bottom of the block is marked “SH48268 IT/24”.
Barrel Length: 34” 60/40 Round/Octagon barrel. This rifle weighs 12lbs 5OZ.
Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with a Globe front sight with a circle cross hair insert. The rear sight is a flip-up ladder marked from 1-8 with a semi-buckhorn small notch sight when the ladder is folded down. Both front and rear sights are dovetailed into the barrel. The tang sight is a windage adjustable Pedersoli Vernier style tang sight with a mid range staff and small eye disc. This rifle also includes a simple blade front sight and a sight disc insert card with 11 other disc inserts.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two piece checkered walnut. The buttstock is a shotgun style with pistol grip, straight comb, raised cheek piece and has a blued smooth butt plate. The forend is a smooth thin profile Hartford tip forend. The length of pull measures 14″ from the front trigger to the back of the buttstock. There are no chips or cracks. The furniture is in Like New in Box condition showing only some discoloration on the Hartford tip from storage.
Type of Finish: The barrel and butt plate are blued and the receiver, lever, and hammer are color case hardened.
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion, pitting or fouling in the bore. This rifle appears unfired outside of factory testing. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: Like New in Box.
Mechanics: This rifle has double set triggers, which function correctly. The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the factory serialized box, tang sight, sight card, front sight, and screws.
Our Assessment: The Pedersoli 1874 Sharps Long Range Rifle in .45-70, manufactured in 2024, is a finely crafted reproduction of one of the most iconic American rifles of the 19th century. The 34” 60/40 barrel provides excellent ballistic performance, maximizing velocity and accuracy for long-range shooting. Pedersoli is well known for its high-quality reproductions, and this Sharps rifle features checkered walnut furniture with a Hartford tipped forend, a nod to the early Sharps rifles produced at the Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company’s Hartford, Connecticut, factory. The shotgun-style stock with a pistol grip and cheek piece offers enhanced control and comfort, while the blued butt plate adds a historically accurate and visually appealing touch.
This rifle is equipped with a globe front sight, ladder rear sight, and tang sight, making it well-suited for precision shooting, whether for competition, hunting, or historical reenactment. The tang sight allows for fine adjustments, critical for engaging targets at extended distances, while the ladder rear sight provides a traditional alternative for varied shooting ranges. Chambered in the legendary .45-70 Government, this rifle delivers formidable power, making it ideal for both target shooting and hunting large game. The combination of historical accuracy, fine craftsmanship, and functional enhancements makes this 2024 Pedersoli 1874 Sharps a prized rifle for collectors and shooters who appreciate the legacy of the Old West. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
