Pedersoli Rolling Block John Bodine .45-70 Single Shot 34” Rifle MFD 2021
SOLD FOR: $1,425.00
LSB#: LSB250824RG008
Make: Pedersoli
Model: Rolling Block John Bodine
Serial Number: RO15077
Year of Manufacture: 2021 / Modern
Caliber: .45/70 Gov’t
Action Type: Lever Action, Rolling Block, Set Trigger
Markings: The left shoulder of the barrel is marked “RO15077 dp PEDERSOLI – R.BLOCK 34” / MADE IN ITALY / 21 cal. 45/70”. The left side of the barrel is marked “IFG-NA, LLC – AMARILLO, TX” with two proofs. The left side of the receiver is marked with two proofs and “21”. The left side of the rolling block is marked “RO15077 IT /21” The top tang is marked “RO15077 IT 21”.
Barrel Length: 34” Octagonal
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a Tunnel sight. The rear sight sight is a square notch semi-buckhorn sight screwed to the barrel. The top tang is drilled, tapped, and filled for a tang sight. This rifle comes with its creedmoor sight and a set of sight leafs.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The rifle features a two-piece checkered walnut stock with a pistol grip and a capped schnabel forearm, straight comb, and steel buttplate. There are no notable handling marks, just faint storage wear. The LOP measures 13 1/2″ and 14 1/4” from the front of the triggers to the back of the buttplate. The stock is in about Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Blue, Case Color
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The balance of the finish is strong and complete throughout. There is no handling or operational wear. The markings are clear and well-defined. Overall, this rifle rates in about Excellent condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle comes with its factory box, owner’s manual, Pedersoli CD, gun lock, Creedmoor sight and sight leafs as mentioned above, and a gun sock.
Our Assessment: Pedersoli’s John Bodine Rolling Block pays tribute to the golden age of American long-range marksmanship, when buffalo rifles, Creedmoor matches, and black-powder ballistics defined the sport’s highest levels of precision. Built in 2021, this modern interpretation blends Remington’s legendary rolling-block action with Pedersoli’s meticulous barrelmaking and finely executed woodwork, resulting in a rifle that channels the spirit of the 1870s while delivering contemporary performance. The 34-inch octagonal barrel, crisp set trigger, and finely checkered walnut stock all reflect a design meant for deliberate, steady, long-distance shooting—true to the legacy of John Bodine, one of the United States’ most celebrated 19th-century marksmen.
Chambered in .45-70 Government, the rifle embraces one of America’s most enduring cartridges, introduced in 1873 and revered ever since for its consistency, authority, and adaptability from infantry service to competitive long-range shooting. In a rifle of this weight, length, and mechanical precision—complete with a 10/10 bore and virtually untouched metal finish—the .45-70 performs with a level of smoothness and stability ideal for Creedmoor-style iron-sight work. The included Creedmoor sight and additional sight leafs round out a package tailored for precision, while the rifle’s near-new condition underscores how carefully it has been maintained. Handsome, capable, and steeped in competitive heritage, this John Bodine Rolling Block stands as a modern homage to America’s early target-shooting culture. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! – L.S.
