The Cimarron 1874 Sharps is a single-shot falling block rifle in .45-70 Govt. It has a 34-inch octagonal barrel, an overall length of 50.5 inches, and weighs approximately 12.3 lbs. The receiver is case-hardened steel with a blued barrel. Stock is hand-oiled checkered walnut with a patch box. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Model: 1874 Sharps 
• Caliber: .45-70 Govt 
• Action: Falling Block 
• Capacity: 1 round 
• Barrel Length: 34 inches (octagonal) 
• Overall Length: 50.5 inches 
• Weight: Approximately 12.3 lbs 
• Trigger Type: Double Set Trigger 
• Stock Type: Fixed, Hand Oiled Checkered Walnut with Patch Box 
• Sights: Blade Front & Folding Leaf Rear 
• Barrel Twist Rate: 1 turn in 18 inches 
• Receiver Material: Steel 
• Finish Color: Case Hardened Receiver, Blued Barrel 
   

Detailed Features 

The falling block action is inherently strong for the .45-70 cartridge, and the double set trigger lets you configure a very light final-stage break, which is useful for long-range precision work. The 34-inch octagonal barrel is long and heavy, which contributes to the 12.3 lb weight. That weight helps manage .45-70 recoil and keeps the barrel stable under fire. Blade front and folding leaf rear sights are standard on the pattern and adequate for the ranges this rifle is typically used at. 
 

Target Audience 

Long-range competitors in silhouette and black-powder-cartridge matches, hunters pursuing large game at distance, historical reenactors, and collectors who want a working period-correct reproduction. 
 

Usage Scenarios 

In long-range competition the .45-70 caliber and 34-inch barrel deliver consistent performance at 500+ yards with quality handloads. For large game hunting, the .45-70 has sufficient energy for deer, elk, and bear. Reenactors value the case-hardened finish and walnut stock for their authentic appearance.

Owners of the Cimarron 1874 Sharps in .45-70 tend to talk about it in terms of craftsmanship and field performance.

The build quality gets consistent praise. The case-hardened receiver and blued barrel look the part, and the hand-oiled walnut stock feels well-finished. Owners who compare it to other Sharps reproductions generally place it favorably.

Accuracy reports are good. The falling block action and double set trigger combination is capable of precise shooting, and users shooting handloaded ammunition regularly note tight groups at distance.

The weight, around 12.3 lbs, comes up as the main practical issue. For hunting over long distances it's noticeable, though many owners accept it as part of the design. The weight also helps with .45-70 recoil management.

Ammunition cost and availability is a recurring concern in discussions. Factory .45-70 can be expensive, which pushes many owners toward reloading. Those who reload tend to be more satisfied with the overall cost of ownership.

The single-shot format is understood to be a feature, not a limitation, by most buyers in this category. Overall sentiment is strongly positive among the target audience of long-range competitors, hunters, and collectors.