Shiloh Sharps 1874 Quigley Style 34” 45-90 Single Shot w/ MVA SOULE Sight
SOLD FOR: $4,000.00
LSB: WY240905BH010
Make: Shiloh Rifle Mfg. CO.
Model: Sharps Model 1874
Serial Number: 1236B
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: 45-90
Action Type: Single Shot Breech Loading, Falling Block, with set triggers.
Markings: The tang is marked “1236B”.The top of the barrel is marked “Shiloh-Sharps Model 1874” and “CALIBRE 45 / 21/10 24/10”. The left side of the receiver is marked “SHILOH RIFLE MFG. CO. BIG TIMBER, MONTANA.”
Barrel Length: 34” Heavy Octagon Barrel
Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with a Globe front sight with a cross hair insert and spirit level that is dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a flip-up ladder marked from 2-8 with a small notch low buckhorn sight when the ladder is folded down dovetailed to the barrel. This rifle includes an MVA tang mounted soule micrometer sight with a Long Range Staff and a “small” eye disc. This rifle also includes 11 other front sight inserts in a case and the original blade front sight stored in the patch door of the stock.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture is a two piece smooth standard grade walnut. The buttstock is a straight hand, long tang grip, straight comb and has a color case hardened smooth buttplate and color case hardened patch box. The handguard is a Hartford Nose cap handguard. The LOP measures 14.25? from the front trigger to the back of the buttplate. The tip of the forend has some surface level scratches. The wood on the forend shows some minor lines and marks scattered throughout. The stock is in very similar condition with a few minor scattered marks. The belly of the stock near the toe has a series of small compressions. There are no chips or cracks. Overall the wood on this rifle is in Very Good + condition.
Type of Finish: The barrel is blued and the receiver, lever, tang, patch box, butt plate and hammer are color case hardened. The tang sight and base are high gloss black.
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with almost a rainbow shine and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 10/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 99% of its metal finish. The screw heads are undamaged and sharp. The markings are clear. This rifle has sling studs installed. The barrel has a few surface level lines in the finish. The bottom of the receiver has a few minor lines as well. Overall this rifle is in Excellent Condition.
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 a hard plastic padded case, the original front sight and front sight inserts.
Our Assessment: This Shiloh Sharps 1874 Quigley style rifle is a distinctive and highly sought-after rifle that pays homage to the iconic firearm featured in the 1990 film “Quigley Down Under,” starring Tom Selleck. Shiloh Rifle Manufacturing Company, known for its dedication to historical accuracy and exceptional craftsmanship, produces this special edition rifle. This 1874 is a faithful reproduction of the Sharps rifle used by Selleck’s character, Matthew Quigley, and it embodies the spirit and rugged elegance of the American frontier. This example is not chambered in the movie correct 45-110 but instead in the more manageable 45-90 caliber. One of the most striking features of this rifle is its 34″ heavy octagon barrel. The long, octagonal shape not only enhances the rifle’s aesthetic appeal but also provides additional weight and stability, contributing to its exceptional accuracy. This rifle features a straight hand military style stock and a Hartford style forend cap, adding to its historical authenticity and visual appeal. The rifle is equipped with a traditional double-set trigger, a hallmark of precision Sharps rifles. The double-set trigger allows the shooter to “set” the front trigger for an exceptionally light and crisp pull, enhancing accuracy by minimizing any disturbance to the rifle when the shot is fired. In terms of sights, this rifle is outfitted with a globe front sight with spirit level and a soule tang sight with a long range staff and windage adjustment. In summary, this Shiloh Sharps 1874 Quigley style rifle in .45-90 is a beautifully crafted and historically accurate rifle that captures the essence of the hero firearm from “Quigley Down Under.” The attention to detail in its construction, along with its cultural significance, ensures that this rifle is not only a functional and accurate firearm but also a dream gun for fans of the iconic film. By the way…does anyone have a bucket? Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
