It’s an 1874 Sporter #1, chambered for the .40-65 Win. with a heavy half octagon half round 30” barrel. Since it’s my 1st Sharps I took a conservative approach on the upgrades which included a 14.5:1 fast twist bore, drilled & tapped for a scope & a traditional steel buttplate. After opening the rifle case & inspecting the rifle I was ...I would like to give something back by sharing the Sharps-Science I used to select the configuration of my Shiloh in the late '70's. I compared the performance (now called "Sharps-Number") and recoil of authentic 19th century Black Powder Express and Long-Range cartridges suitable for hunting with a lightweight Sharps.Jun 25, 2014 · New ( to me) Shiloh Sharps 45-70. Did some horse trading last week and got this Shiloh 45-70. Most of the used Shiloh's I've seen over the years have been around the $2000 mark, about what a new one cost, if you care to wait for a year or two while yours is being made. I'm into this one for about half that, due to one of the previous owners ...Join Date: November 26, 2008. Location: Pennsylvaina. Posts: 218. thinking of buying a sharps 1874. im thinking of buying a sharps 1874 .45-70 or .45-90. i would like to hunt with it, but a also there is a range about 15 miles from my house that does BPCR competitions, so eventually i would like to give it a try. any suggestions on a rife that ...SASS Forums. SASS Wire Classifieds. 1874 Shiloh Sharps. Up for sale is a 1874 Shiloh Sharps Hartford model. This rifle is equipped with a 34 inch heavy bull barrel chambered in .45-70 Govt. ( 2 1/10 ) It has the pewter forearm tip with a patchbox in the stock . The rifle was built in 2000 in Big Timber ,Montana .745. Location. York County Pennsylvania. May 28, 2023. #22. I was fortunate enough to pick up this fellow, a Shiloh Sharps Model 100 in 50 caliber with a serial number of 20X. I thought I would share some photo's. It was advertised as unfired and there is a full binder of correspondence between the factory and the original owner in1978-1979.My Shiloh Sharps 45-70 shoots 45-70 Govt ammo. Shiloh Rules!! Republic of Texas Shiloh Hunter. Clarence. Posts: 2172. Joined: Wed Dec 25, 2002 1:38 am. Location: Hill Country, TX. by Clarence » Sun Apr 15, 2007 11:18 pm. Just like some modern calibers, the difference is in the details.Reaction score. 336. Location. New Mexico/Colorado. Dec 14, 2022. #1. I've been meaning to share a pic of my 1863 Shiloh Sharps for awhile. A Farmingdale NY, Model 100 (stamped on the barrel), #2 Sporter in .54, 30" barrel. Read somewhere that Wolfgang Droege only made six of these, not sure how true that is.May 27, 2005 · Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 3 posts • Page 1 of 1. Lead Pot. Ackley IA. Post by Lead Pot » Fri May 27, 2005 3:12 pm.Shiloh Forums. Shiloh Sharps 201 Centennial Dr Big Timber, MT 59011 Shiloh Sharps. About us; Engraving Room; Custom Features; Recent Stories;GUNZILLA. Joined Nov 15, 2008. 10,955 Posts. #50 · Aug 28, 2019. Big Mak said: Short answer, no I haven't got this rifle yet. Long answer, when I contacted Lucinda at Shiloh in June this year (15 months after ordering), she said "just grouping the tail end of 2017 orders and will start working thru 2018 orders.1863 MILITARY CARBINE. $2,468.00. 1863 SPORTING RIFLE. $2,468.00. All prices shown are Cash discount prices if using a personal check cash cashiers check or money order Please email me for credit card price Shipping charges will be determined when the rifle is finished Charges depend on the final weight of the boxed rifle insurance based on the ...SASS# 105267L Regulator. Northwest Colorado Rangers. Posted May 15 (edited) Up for sale is a 1874 Shiloh Sharps Hartford model. This rifle is equipped with a 34 inch heavy bull barrel chambered in .45-70 Govt. ( 2 1/10 ) It has the pewter forearm tip with a patchbox in the stock . The rifle was built in 2000 in Big Timber ,Montana .Sharps Rif. by Tomklinger » Tue Oct 05, 2021 9:16 am. Sharps rifles Volume #3. Talked to Roy Marcot this morning and vol.3 went to the publisher two weeks ago and will be available on or about. Dec. 2021. It will be approximately 440 pages and will cover 1874 Creedmoor and Long Range rifles, the Creedmoor range and it’s History, model 1874 ...Jun 28, 2023 · Open the breech by dropping the lever. Put a small drop of oil on the ends and sides of the breech block. A small drop of oil on each side of the lever at the pin, that's all that's needed for lubricating the action. Whatever lube the lock needs Shiloh has allready put in there. 2nd time I've explained that to you. bobw.The letter that came with my 38-55 said the same thing. I called Shiloh and they said if there was a SAAMI spec, like for the 38-55, they met the spec. Probably 95% of their calibers, like the 40-70 Sharps Straight, have no spec. That’s why it’s easier to print manuals with blanket instructions of Black Powder Only.Hello, I am offering for sale a reproduction .54 caliber Robinson Sharps by Shiloh Sharps. It has an excellent bore, shoots well, and has been meticulously maintained. I am posting some pictures, but have more available if you are interested. The price is $1500 plus shipping. If you would like to pick up locally, I am in North Alabama. Thank you,Hunter's Rendezvous has the largest stock of Shiloh Sharps rifles and related accessories in New England. For more information, please visit our sister website The Traditional Hunter, there you can find detailed descriptions of models in stock as well as image galleries. To order, call (978) 433-9458.Ask Shiloh questions about your Shiloh Sharps Rifle. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 1963 Topics. 15748 Posts. Last post Lever spring. by vikingsword. Thu May 23, 2024 5:34 pm. Blackpowder Shooting. Discussions of powders, bullets and loading information.Don't forget to get a bag of .030 wads. One other thing you may run across is the cases that have been fired in that Marlin you may have to resize the snot out of to get them to chamber in your Shiloh. If you're using a 400 gr or lighter bullet in that marlin ,the twist in that Shiloh may or may not shoot those well.Just yesterday my Shiloh 1874 Sharps, their Sporter #1 with the 30 inch heavy octagonal barrel in 45-70 arrived. Although I'm sure there are plenty of folks here that have paid much more for a gun, for ME this is the most I've ever spent on any single one. After the added tang sight/ front sight, 2d day air shipping, tax and FFL, was $3400.Ask Shiloh questions about your Shiloh Sharps Rifle. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 8 posts • Page 1 of 1. shottist Posts: 1 Joined: Mon Mar 06, 2006 3:42 pm Location: Florida. Shiloh Barrel. Post by shottist » Mon Mar 06, 2006 3:52 pm.If you do a search on the forum for the 50-90 you will find a fair bit of info out there. The load that made my short list is 98.0gr Goex Fg, F215, 0.050 wad, DGL lube, .511 dia 650gr Paul Jones creedmore (50002) in a fireformed, but othewise unsized Starline cases. I patch between shots with 50/50 water/anti-freeze.Mar 11, 2019 · Just yesterday my Shiloh 1874 Sharps, their Sporter #1 with the 30 inch heavy octagonal barrel in 45-70 arrived. Although I'm sure there are plenty of folks here that have paid much more for a gun, for ME this is the most I've ever spent on any single one. After the added tang sight/ front sight, 2d day air shipping, tax and FFL, was $3400.The thriving Shiloh Forums serve as a hub for passionate Shiloh Sharps enthusiasts to connect, share insights, and partake in engaging discussions. These forums provide a platform for members to engage in diverse topics such as load development , hunting adventures , and shooting matches , fostering a sense of community among like-minded ...Don't forget C. Sharps Arms also out of Big Timber Mt. I believe their lead time is shorter than Shiloh's. There is always finding an original, thou there were less than 6000 model 1874 sporting rifles made they can still be found. I've picked up four in the last month and for not much more than you would pay for a some what dressed-up ...Shiloh Rifle Forums. A Community of Shiloh Rifle Enthusiasts. Skip to content. Quick links. FAQ; Board index. Shiloh Rifles. Shooter to Shooter. Smith ladder sight. Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 7 posts • Page 1 of 1. Rich Siegel Posts: 610 Joined: Thu Sep 26, 2002 1:53 pm Location: Maine.Farmingdale Sharps Available. by DoggerelPundit » Thu Mar 09, 2006 11:47 pm. Recently, I was offered a Farmingdale era Shiloh Sharps Sporter #3 in 45-90. This is one of those factory built with a very long freebore. My interest is solely in paper patched bullets, and this freebore is too long for them. Anyone interested in this rifle can PM me ...Are you passionate about wrestling? Whether you’re a novice or an expert, the Penn State Wrestling Forum is a valuable resource that can enhance your knowledge and connect you with...Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 228 posts Page 5 of 16. Jump to page: Previous; 1 ...4,479. Jan 28, 2024. #1. Reduced . This .54 percussion Shiloh Sharps sporting rifle was built in Farmingdale, NY. From what little I can find, it is a deluxe model 1863. The rifle is in excellent condition and possibly unfired. High 90s condition. The 30x1 heavy octagonal barrel has an excellent bore.SBSS #2195, Grand Cane Gunslingers. Author. Posted May 26, 2020. I need to move this on to a new owner, so I'm dropping the price to $2200 shipped and insured to lower 48. This is my last price reduction before I list it on Gunbroker. If you want a very nice, simple, Shiloh Sharps, this is one you should grab!I was going to be shooting a 45-100 Shiloh Sharps 25lb bull barrel, known as a Tollefson rifle. The camper was loaded and our trip started - and we had hours of driving time together, which meant one thing - I was going to be educated on a Creedmoor Target match. ... Shiloh Forums. Shiloh Sharps 201 Centennial Dr Big Timber, MT 59011 Shiloh ...The letter that came with my 38-55 said the same thing. I called Shiloh and they said if there was a SAAMI spec, like for the 38-55, they met the spec. Probably 95% of their calibers, like the 40-70 Sharps Straight, have no spec. That’s why it’s easier to print manuals with blanket instructions of Black Powder Only.Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 32 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; Top Dog Posts: 271 Joined: Sun Apr 20, 2008 2:51 pm Location: North East USA. Sharps Lubrication. Post by Top Dog » Thu Oct 01, 2015 1:40 pm. Dumb question but I would like to have an answer or opinion.Polished Barrel. $145.00. Saddle ring bar & ring. $145.00. Traditional checkering. (buttstock & forearm) $506.00. Customize your Shiloh Sharps Rifle Buying a fine rifle such as our Shiloh Model 1874 1877 represents a substantial investment Therefore it pays to give some thought beforehand to those optional features which might make your rifle ...Sharps, one piece firing pins. Shiloh, two piece. 6. Shiloh has better wood to select from (as of '08). Both rifles are fine arms. Both rifles are legendary. Of the finest Sharps made in the last ten years, the highest end guns appear to be made by C. Sharps (Buffalo Falls, Actic Sharps as examples).Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 9 posts • Page 1 of 1. Josh A. Posts: 922 Joined: Wed Feb 05, 2003 1:30 am Location: Texas, by God! Shipping Sharps. Post by Josh A. » Thu Dec 22, 2005 10:34 pm. I would just like to warn everyone about shipping their Sharps rifles up and down the road. I just got one of mine ...We have partnered with the NRA to offer you a discount on membership and Muzzleloading Forum gets a small percentage too of each membership, so you are supporting both the NRA and us. ... Shiloh sharps 54 cal. Thread starter Robertakamagoo; Start date Mar 16, ... Not so much with the Shiloh's, but the Itialians had a good bit of variety in the ...There are a number of factors with regards to Sharps. I compete with an IAB Sharps in NSSA (see the sticky at the top of THIS forum!). In real world terms, Shiloh, Garrett, Farmington, et al, are all capable of fine accuracy. The variables you have to control- lead hardness, bullet type, bullet dia, powder type, lube, caps.Shiloh Sharps 201 Centennial Dr Big Timber, MT 59011 Shiloh Sharps. About us; Engraving Room; Custom Features; Recent Stories; Gift certificates; Sitemap; Customer Service. ... Shiloh Forums. Shiloh Sharps 201 Centennial Dr Big Timber, MT 59011 Shiloh Sharps. About us; Engraving Room; Custom Features; Recent Stories; Gift certificates; Sitemap;Local gun shop checked it out, said I had a Shiloh Sharps 1859 Model with patch box stock. 54 Cal. Percussion, 4 serial Number. In near New condition, set in closet since the late 70's. ... By Rich Siegel 8846 in forum Wanted/For Sale Items Replies: 1 Last Post: 05-16-2010, 08:58 AM. 1859 Sharps Carbine For Sale. By joeyb in forum Wanted/For ...Shiloh Rifle Forums. A Community of Shiloh Rifle Enthusiasts. Skip to content. Quick links. FAQ; Board index. Shiloh Rifles. Shooter to Shooter.44-90 Sharps straight. Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 35 posts 1; 2; 3; Next; Kurt Posts: 8428 Joined: Thu Oct 13, 2005 4:28 am Location: Not Far enough …Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 216 posts Page 15 of 15. Jump to page: Previous; 1 ...My current reproductions all both Shiloh Sharps, one a saddle rifle all gussy upped in .44-77 and a military rifle in .50 2 inch. If you are a hunter the military rifle is a very good choice but Shiloh has discontinued this model. ... The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Second Media Corp., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto ...With the Shiloh .45cal, 1/18 ROT. The barrel really likes the heavy bullets(500-550gn). At Shiloh, ask for Kirk or Lucinda(owners). Both hunt with, and shoot competitively with the guns they make. FWIW: My first Shiloh was a 34" bbl Hartford in .45-70. Shoots like a LASER. My competition gun is a #1, .45-90, 30" hvy bbl. It too is a LASER.Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 29 posts 1; 2; Next; Orville Posts: 2239 Joined: Mon May 16, 2005 8:54 pm Location: Buffalo Wy. Bullets. Post by Orville » Wed May 25, 2016 3:29 pm. Saw these at the Denver gun show. The bullets have a deep cup with a thin skirt and the patch just covers the skirt, the cup is ...Posted April 26, 2020. On 4/24/2020 at 11:06 PM, Kirk James said: There was a break up between Wolfgang Droege, former owner of Shiloh Sharps and John Schoffstall, current president of C Sharps. My understanding is the Bryant brothers bought Shiloh from Wolfgang and the company is currently for sale.Talk with other Shiloh Sharps shooters. Moderators: Kirk, Lucinda. 11 posts • Page 1 of 1. Coltwcf44 Posts: 41 Joined: Thu Oct 31, 2019 3:53 am Location: Powell Wyoming. New Sharps shooter. Post by Coltwcf44 » Wed Nov 06, 2019 4:09 am. Hello all, I'm new on this forum and new to shooting a Sharps. I have a Shiloh Sharps 45 70 Montana ...Shiloh Rifle Forums. A Community of Shiloh Rifle Enthusiasts. Skip to content. Quick links. FAQ; Board index. Shiloh Rifles. Shooter to Shooter. ... Sharps and Remington made the 44-77 and was supposed to be made for hunting, except it ended up used for target shooting. I had seen a 44-77 shoot and to tell you the truth I wasn't all that ...SOLD This is a comparatively scarce 1863 sporting rifle model, as more 1863 carbines were made. It was manufactured in 1990 when Wolfgang Droge still owned the Shiloh Sharps Rifle company. The rifle is in very good plus condition, with minimal handling marks and edge wear. Metal finish 95-98%. Th...1877 - #2 SHILOH ENGLISH RIFLE. $2,611.00. Standard Grade Wood - AMERICAN BLACK WALNUT NO Cheek Rest NO Pistol Grip (SHOWN WITH EBONY) Standard Forearm Standard Color Cased... Select options. Prev. 1 2. Next. These rifles are CUSTOM ORDERED Shipping charges will be determined when the rifle is finished Charges depend on the final weight of the ...Shiloh Sharps .45-70. I've been saving my pennies and I'm getting closer to being able to plunk down the cash for one of these fine gems. I've decided on .45-70 because Shiloh guarantees that caliber for black powder as well as smokeless loads; I want the versatility of having both options. The availability of brass, dies, etc. is good, too.Model type Recommended by a forum member here over 2 years ago I believe. Probably Sharps! Wife Flak was okay with it. ... this site But i just wanted to say that you have chosen an excellent Retirement gift for your self i also have two Shiloh Sharps Rifles one is the Long range Express in 40/65 Win and the other in 45/70 Happy Retirement and ...Help Support Muzzleloading Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. Robertakamagoo 40 Cal MLF Supporter. Joined Feb 16, 2023 Messages 136 Reaction score 134 Location Massachusetts. May 27, 2023 #1 I Shot my Shiloh sharps 54 caliber for 1st time. It was very cool and fun to shoot ...It's a 38-55 which seems an interesting caliber for me as it will be used just for mid-range fun plinking up to 450m (500 yds) on a quite wind protected range. I asked Shiloh about the specs. It's made in the late 80's with a groove of .375 and bore dia of .365, so "modern" specs as I understand. The twist is 1 in 16".Jul 23, 2014 · 11225 posts · Joined 2008. #1 · Jul 23, 2014. This is a .45-70 Shiloh Sharps #3 standard rifle that I purposely ordered with a tapered 1/2 round half octagon barrel. I've always liked that style. It's a lighter barrel by Sharps standards, not great for buffalo hunting, but heavy compared to other rifles. This rifle is one of those that just ...Richard Anthony. When one thinks about the mid to late 19th century here in the United States, you cannot do so without mentioning the beautiful and immoral 1874 Shiloh Sharps rifle chambered in 45-70 caliber. This truly is a magnificent rifle, extremely well made and very accurate up to distances of 1000 yards (depending on the shooter).Posts: 1419. Joined: Fri Dec 27, 2002 3:59 am. Location: East of yesterday and West of nowhere. by ole pizen slinger » Fri Sep 09, 2005 8:01 pm. The Ron Long cartridge in 40-65 is built off a 45-70 case and leaves the final case formed with a cylindrical neck about .5 inches long. Over all case length is 2.135. ole pizen slinger.Around this time C. Sharps Arms, owned by Schoffstall, became the distributor west of the Mississippi while Shiloh Sharps owned by Droege was the east of the Mississippi distributor. Early in 1981 the C. Sharps Arms Co. moved from Washington to Big Timber, MT and a few years later Shiloh Sharps moved to Big Timber and occupied …Polished Barrel. $145.00. Saddle ring bar & ring. $145.00. Traditional checkering. (buttstock & forearm) $506.00. Customize your Shiloh Sharps Rifle Buying a fine rifle such as our Shiloh Model 1874 1877 represents a substantial investment Therefore it pays to give some thought beforehand to those optional features which might make your rifle ...The maximum case length for the .40-65 case is 2.100". I have been advised to always shoot cases at least .005" to .010" less than the maximum case length to allow for any stretch. I checked my fired Shiloh Sharps .40-65 Starline cases that had been used at least 10 times without ever being trimmed.Hello, I am offering for sale a reproduction .54 caliber Robinson Sharps by Shiloh Sharps. It has an excellent bore, shoots well, and has been meticulously maintained. I am posting some pictures, but have more available if you are interested. The price is $1500 plus shipping. If you would like to pick up locally, I am in North Alabama. Thank you,Sharp pain in the collarbone could be caused by conditions such as a frozen shoulder, a cervical rib, a fracture of the clavicle, a dislocated shoulder or a rotator cuff disorder, ...Looking for Sharps owners near Tillamook, OR to help advise newbie. by Maxson » Wed Mar 13, 2024 2:30 am. I am expecting my first Shiloh, a 1874 Sporter # 1 45 70 soon, also my first rifle of this type. Hoping to find someone or a group that is within a hundred miles or so of Tillamook Oregon that can help advise me, never owner or fired a ...1874 #2 Creedmoor Silhouette Rifle with No sights in 45-70. A set of Montana Vintage Arms Buffalo Soule Sights. There Long Range Rear Sight with Hadley eyepiece. And there adjustable Winchester Bubble front globe with both sets of insert cards. Oh and you will have to save one more month for the sights.The thriving Shiloh Forums serve as a hub for passionate Shiloh Sharps enthusiasts to connect, share insights, and partake in engaging discussions. These forums provide a platform for members to engage in diverse topics such as load development , hunting adventures , and shooting matches , fostering a sense of community among like-minded ...Re: Ordering a Shiloh. by Jimhp02 » Fri Apr 17, 2020 3:33 pm. For me, it was a no brainer. When Lucinda said the wait for a new rifle would be 17 months, assuming they got things revved up and going soon, my heart sank. The first thing I thought about was a couple of Shiloh Sharps on one of the Internet gun sale sites.Feb 18, 2024 · WaM14gunner. 17561 posts · Joined 2016. #4 · Feb 18, 2024. Very nice rifle for sure! I have a SHILOH Quigley on the way soon, been almost 2 years since ordered, will be .45-110 as in the movie. Have had a C Sharps for some years, very fine rifle also, but in .45-70 Gov't. Seabee71, 1KPerDay, XXIV Corps and 1 other person.by dcwilliams » Sat Oct 02, 2010 4:21 pm. I just picked up a shiloh robinson sharps. I have only ever seen 3 of them, and this one is is a little different than the others. It is serial number 36X and is marked: S.C. ROBINSON . ARMS MANUFACTORY. RICHMOND,VA 1862. The left side is also marked with: SHILOH RIFLE MFG. CO.Shiloh1944. I have owned several Shiloh rifles over the past 25 years. My current ones are a Saddle Rifle in 40-70 govt., a #1 Sporting Rifle in 45-70, and a Montana Roughrider in 45-70. I also have a Pedersoli, Slotter & Co. also in 45-70. They are all including the Pedersoli are excellent shooters.He put me on the good folks at Montana Vintage Arms and Cheryl walked me through the process and called Shiloh Sharps to let them know where to put the mounts. Everything fit like a glove. ... The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Second Media Corp., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, CanadaHome Forums Gear Free Classifieds Shiloh Sharps 1874 .45-100 for sale: Forums Member List Calendar Active Threads: Previous Thread: Next Thread : Print Thread: Hop To : Page 1 of 2 : 1: 2: ... Shiloh Sharps 1874 Saddle Rifle .45-100, 28 inch heavy octagon barrel, D&T with MVA bases, full buckhorn sight, "B" serial number, has a small ding .... Shiloh Rifle Forums. A Community of Shiloh RReaction score. 336. Location. New Mexico/Colora Re: Shiloh Sharps in 38-55. Reply #12 - Jun 10 th, 2014 at 8:01am. Print Post. My spotter shoots a C. Sharps 1874 chambered in 38-55 with a half-round barrel and it is probably the best balanced BPCR rifle I've had in my hands. It is really a sweet shooter and perfect for our 200yd silhouette/gong matches.You will need to let MVA know to send the sights to us, and we will mount the sights on your rifle, no charge. Choices and prices are provided on Shiloh Rifle website for convenience only. Please call us if you have any questions. www.montanavintagearms.com (406)388-4027. Shotgun Buttstock ONLY Extra Fancy Wood Shown with Presentation Grade ... I tried joining a Sharps specific forum, but thought I would 1874. I have two Shiloh sharps. One is a 45/70, the other a 50/70. With the 45, I’ve shot a couple antelope and an elk. I shoot 405 grain gas checked bullets and RL-7 powder. In the 50, I shoot 425 lead and RL-7 powder. I shot one large pig with it. I have a beech front sight on both an tang vernier rear on both. You will need to let MVA know to send the sights to u...
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