This Sharps rifle model comes originally from the transformation of a Cavalry model of which it keeps the patchbox and the saddle ring.
The selected walnut stock and forend, with German silver cap, are checkered and oil finished.
Grooves: 6 Twist mm - inches: 460 - 1:18 Barrel Length mm - inches: 864 - 34 Overall length mm - inches: 1290 - 5013/16 kg - lbs: 6;000 - 13.21 Set trigger: yes Model: 34"
Caliber Dictionary
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The .45-110 Sharps also known as the .45 2 7/8" Sharps Straight was the longest factory case loaded by the Sharps Rifle Company. Up until January of 1877 this case was loaded with 90 grains of black powder and a 500-grain paper-patched slug. Thereafter it was loaded with 100 grains of black powder and the same 500 grain projectile. This cartridge was one of many Sharps cartridges used for hunting the great buffalo herds of the old west. Today most black powder cartridges are used for reenactments and Hollywood Old West movies. However, when these cartridges can be loaded with smokeless powder and is good for hunting North American big game for an experienced hunter. — Wholesale Hunter
