Here's a beautiful American-made Shiloh Sharps "1874 Creedmoor Target Rifle" with loads of custom features. Starting from the top, this 1874 features features a 30" #1 weight Heavy Octagon tapered barrel. It's chambered in .45-120 and finished in Shiloh's "matte blue".
The receiver is finished in a traditional color case hardened finish, and a set of double-set triggers are neatly installed in the stock. The stocks themselves are cut from "Extra Fancy" grade American Walnut and beautifully finished. The butt stock features a military-style butt plate.
Installed on the tang is an American-made Montana Vintage Arms #107 Long Range Vernier". Shiloh has had a long standing relationship with MVA and are now using their sights exclusively on their custom Sharps. The barrel features a factory cut and filled dovetail; should the owner choose to mount a traditional buckhorn sight on the barrel. A "Shiloh #111" Globe front sight with interchangeable inserts is mounted to the front of the barrel. This sight combination is among the most premium combination of sights that Shiloh offers. This gun is all set up for long range sillouhette shooting and will be capable of 1000 yd shots.
This rifle was originally ordered in 2016. It's original owner was only able to test fire the gun before he unfortunately passed-away. As a result, this rifle is in near new condition.
The stocks are in great condition with excellent finishes and no damage other than a few minor handling marks.
The lock and block are mechanically flawless; with tight lock ups and crisp springs. The block locks up tight with no gaps or wiggle.
The barrel is beautiful inside and out. The bluing is just very good and the bore is excellent - about mint with sharp rifling and no rust or pitting. Externally, all the steel hardware is in great shape with no damage.
This premium rifle is still offered by Shiloh Sharps in Big Timber, Montana. As an all American-made, custom rifle, this 1874 Model 3 Sharps sells new for more than $4700.00, and requires a wait time of more than two years. This rifle is being offered in like-new condition for nearly two thousand dollars less than retail, and it's in stock and ready to ship. Don't wait on this one!
*This weapon was made after 1899 and MUST be shipped to Federal Firearms License holder for transfer. Never bought a gun through an FFL before? Give us a call at (262) 473-5444 and we'd be glad to walk you through this simple process!
