The 1874 Sharps Old West is a single-shot rifle in .45/70 with a 30" barrel and a walnut buttstock, a faithful reproduction of a design that spent decades earning its reputation in the field and at long-range matches. At 11.46 lb it's a heavy rifle, which is exactly what you want when you're shooting .45/70 from a bench or a rest. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Series/Collection: 1874 Sharps Old West 
• Stock Type: Buttstock 
• Caliber/Gauge: .45/70 
• Twist Rate: 1:18" 
• Orientation: Right-handed 
• Stock Material: Walnut 
• Barrel Length: 30" 
• Overall Length: 48-1/16" 
• Weight: 11.46 lb 
• Number of Grooves: 6 
   

Features 

The 30" barrel extends the velocity of .45/70 loads and makes this rifle at home in precision long-range shooting. The 1:18" twist with 6 grooves stabilizes a wide range of bullet weights in that caliber. The weight cuts recoil noticeably, which matters when you're running a powerful cartridge all afternoon. 
 
The walnut buttstock is well-finished and feels solid. As a single-shot, the loading process is deliberate. That's part of the experience for most buyers of this pattern. 
 

Who It's For 

This rifle suits hunters going after large game at moderate to long range, long-range target shooters who enjoy period-correct rifles, and collectors who want a quality Sharps reproduction. The mass and caliber combination make it less suited to hauling across open country all day, but ideal when you're shooting from a position.

Discussions around the Pedersoli 1874 Sharps Classic in .45/70 are generally positive. The craftsmanship draws consistent praise. The finish quality, material choices, and attention to the original design come up repeatedly. Shooters who value historical accuracy in reproduction rifles rate it highly.

Accuracy at long range is another common point of appreciation. The .45/70 cartridge's stopping power and versatility for both targets and hunting are well-regarded. Most owners describe the recoil as manageable, and the shooting experience overall as enjoyable.

The weight (11.46 lb) is the most frequent practical concern. It's fine on a bench but becomes a factor on foot over long distances. Some newcomers also mention the adjustment to single-shot loading after coming from repeaters. Neither is a surprise given the design, and most owners factor these in as tradeoffs for what the rifle does well.