The Cimarron Firearms 1874 Billy Dixon is a single-shot rifle chambered in .45-70. It weighs 10.3 lbs and measures 48.25 inches overall—a substantial gun that handles the cartridge's recoil through mass rather than mechanism. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Caliber: .45-70 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Condition: New in Box 
• Finish Per Color: Walnut 
• Manufacturer: Cimarron Firearms 
• Manufacturer Part Number: AS100 
• Model: 1874 
• Type: Single Shot Rifle 
   

Detailed Features 

The octagonal barrel is the defining visual element and it also contributes to shooting stability—the added mass helps steady aim during careful, deliberate shots. Double set triggers let you preset a very light pull for precision work; once set, the release is crisp and consistent, which pays off at distance. 
 
The pewter fore-end cap is a period-correct detail that also protects the wood at the most-handled point. The adjustable ladder rear sight is functional: you dial it for distance rather than guessing holdover. 
 
This is a gun that rewards slow, methodical shooting. It's a natural choice for hunters after large game at moderate range or for shooters who prefer the discipline of a single round.

Discussions around the Cimarron 1874 Billy Dixon center on its connection to the historical Sharps-style rifles and the reputation of the original Billy Dixon shot. Owners appreciate the walnut stock and overall fit and finish—the rifle looks the part.

On performance, users report solid accuracy and the .45-70 does what it's supposed to do on large game. At 10.3 lbs the weight is manageable for most, though carrying it any distance becomes a consideration. Recoil from .45-70 is noticeable but the rifle's mass absorbs a fair amount of it.

Maintenance of the walnut stock comes up in practical discussions—wood needs more attention than synthetic, especially in wet environments. Overall sentiment is positive, leaning toward enthusiast and collector audiences who want a historically-styled rifle that still shoots well.