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Founded in 1997, U.S Ordnance was the first manufacturer to get it right the first time. In 1997 they produced M1919 air cooled, M1917 water-cooled, M2 "Ma Deuce, M1921 water cooled .50 and Vickers gun in semi-auto. Prior to 1997 semi-auto belt fed of the Browning, Vickers, and Maxim types were virtually unknown. As a direct result of the '86 machine gun ban and the '94 assault rifle ban, the U.S. was awash with surplus machine gun parts. U.S. Ord. being the first to have a semi-auto design that worked, swooped in and cherry picked the best parts kits with which to build. This M-1919 comes with the mounting tripod and is in excellent condition. Please see photos.

CN ROMARM SA/CUGIR ROMANIAN PSL-54 7.62x54r SNIPER RIFLE W/SCOPE #L-2608-80, AK SERIES, DRAGUNOV-LIKE, EXC WOOD FURNITURE W/THUMBHOLE STOCK, EXC PARKERIZED STEEL, STEEL BUTT PLATE, One 10 ROUND MAG, ALL MATCHING NUMBERS, EXC BRIGHT BORE W.EXC RIFLING, RUSSIAN LPS 4×6 SCOPE & MOUNT, 24? BBL W/FLASH COMPENSATOR, This Rifle is in Excellent condition, Showing minimal signs of use and wear. Please see photos.

The Barrett M82 is a semi-automatic anti-material rifle, designed and developed by Barrett Firearms Manufacturing company. This company was founded by Ronnie Barrett. This weapon is very popular. It is used by armed forces and special operation units from nearly 60 countries. As of 2017 this weapon is still in production. In some countries this anti-material rifle is used as a long-range anti-personnel sniper weapon.The Barrett M82A1 is an improved version. It was introduced in 1986. This version was fitted with flip-up iron sights for emergency use and has a larger muzzle brake. This weapon can be mounted on the M3 and M122 infantry tripods, originally intended for machine guns. The rifle comes with 1 magazine and the factory case. The firearm is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear. Please see photos.

This Browning American Eagle Renaissance Hi-Power commemorative was issued in 1995 to honor American Freedom. One of only 750 produced worldwide by Fabrique Nationale in Belgium and assembled in Portugal, this Hi-Power is adorned with 24 karat selective plating in a lovely oak tree design with an American Eagle emblem on the top of the slide. The white plastic grips also present an oak leaf design. This pistol is in Excellent condition, exhibiting almost no signs of handling and retaining 99% of its metal finish. It is equipped with one 10-round magazine and comes in its original Browning case with a Certificate of Authenticity and original Browning Owner’s Manual. The American Eagle Renaissance Hi-Power commemorative is a striking tribute to American Freedom and a wonderful collectors’ piece. The pistol is in excellent condition showing minimal signs of use and wear. The firearm comes with one magazine and a display box.

Assembled German High Turret K98K Bolt Action, S#30066 action, trigger guard and floor plate. Bolt S#3173 matches itself. Blade front sight with hood. Tangent rear sight graduated to 2000m. Rifle is equiped with a Hensoldt - Wetzlar 4x power sight with S#54 mounted on a post war turrent mounts. Scope has a post rectile w/optics. Laminated stock set w/ left side sling provisions and Original WW2 sling all in excellent original condition. Rifle barrel is shiney with strong lands and grooves. Rifle is in Excellent condition showing normal signs of use and wear,

Chambered in 5.56×45 mm (.223 Rem.), the FN FS2000 Tactical is a civilian legal, semi-auto only variant of the proven FN F2000 selective-fire bull pup carbine that offers an integrated MIL-STD-1913 top mounting rail and emergency backup folding sights. The FN FS2000 carbine is gas-operated and uses a rotating bolt lockup for reliability and greater accuracy. Its 17.44-inch cold hammer-forged MIL-SPEC barrel is fitted with a muzzle brake. Fired cases are ejected through a forward port away from the operator. The thumbhole design polymer stock is ambidextrous. The rifle is in like new condition and comes with the factory box and 2 magazines. Please see photos.

This is an excellent semi-automatic only copy of the very desirable WWII MG-42 machine gun as manufactured by the Wise Lite Arms of Boyd, Texas. This weapon has the same outward appearance, weight and feel as an original fully automatic MG, only in the semi-automatic mode. The AJM 53 utilizes a combination of new-made commercial and some military surplus components that functions and fires from a closed-bolt in the semi-automatic mode only. It has a folding front and adjustable tangent leaf rear sight just like the originals with a stamped and welded receiver.This Wise Lite Arms AJM 8mm mauser is in very good condition. The wood butt has some indentations and some paint loss. The metal is in good condition and action works well. The rifle comes with the firing seat/ tripod.

This Browning 1885 is a single shot rifle chambered in 7mm Rem Mag. It is a Special Limited Edition of the Year 2000 Banquet Rifle of Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation. This is number 225 of 425 in 7mm Rem Mag caliber. Octagon 29" barrel with deep rich colored blueing, with gold letter engraving on both sides. Silver colored receiver which has gold Bull Elk engraved in scenes on both sides of the receiver to make this a very elegant appearing rifle. Wood stock and forearm is from select high grade walnut with fantastic feather crotch grain showing throughout. The rifle is in excellent condition

Ruger No. 1-B falling block single shot rifle chambered in 270WBY MAG. This is a Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation RMEF 1998 Banquet Edition rifle #107 of 400. This rifle has a highly engraved receiver with elk scenes on both sides of the receiver and a 26-inch BBL. A gold plated safety, trigger and nice wood.

This was a limited edition of 228 special pistols that were laser engraved with gold borders, gold plated accents, brushed stainless steel finish, and smooth wood grips. All small parts are gold plated. Right side of the slide has the Liberty Tree etched and the unanimous declaration of the 13 United States of America. The laser engraving is oak leaves. Right side of the frame is stamped "LIMITED EDITION 1 OF 228". Left side of the slide is marked "AMERICA'S LEGACY OF LIBERTY" with a bald eagle. Made in Belgium. Included with the firearm is the Browning Liberty Tree Knife Living History in Display Case. This is a beautiful knife with great history. The wood of the handle of the knife comes from the Last surviving Liberty Tree from Annapolis, MD. Only 1776 of these knives were produced. Quite the Great piece of American History.

The Colt Single Action Army (also known as the SAA, Model P, Peacemaker, or M1873) is a single-action revolver handgun. It was designed for the U.S. government service revolver trials of 1872 by Colt's Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company (today known as Colt's Manufacturing Company) and was adopted as the standard-issued pistol of the U.S. Army from 1873 until 1892. This revolver was manufactured in 2009 based on the serial number, S60223A. The pistol is in like new condition and comes with the box and paperwork.

FEG Defense blesses the masses with the beautiful FEG HD-18 SVD-Type Rifle. Chambered in 7.62x54R ammo. This rifle is a great choice if you're looking to add a Dragunov / SVD gun to your collection. FEG Defense now proudly produces the Hungarian Dragunov-18 Sporting Rifle. Shooters can now collect and enjoy it. FEG Hungary designed, manufactured, assembled, & QA'd the semi auto sport rifle HD-18.This rifle comes with a factory case, extra stock and extra magazine. The rifle is in like new condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Henry Side Gate Blued/Brown Lever Action Rifle - 45-70 Government - The H010G is fairly light at seven pounds for easy game stalking, and the ventilated rubber recoil pad keeps it easy on the shoulder. The matte blued steel receiver and an 18.4? round barrel are all-business, while beautiful checkered American walnut adds the classic visual appeal that Henry made their name on. The pistol-grip buttstock and steel-capped forend come with sling swivel studs already installed so that a sling can be used for stability and muzzle rise control. The side-loading gate makes reloading and topping off the four-shot tubular magazine quick and easy without losing your sight picture. For quick and safe unloading without cycling cartridges through the action, the rifle also retains Henry's original front-loading option. The rifle is in like new condition and comes with the factory box.

Make: SIG SAUER Model: SIG 556 Caliber: 5.56 NATO Action: Semi Barrel: 20 Bore: Shiny Serial # JT002782 Condition: Excellent 2 mags, scope

A scarce Chinese-made commercial version of the Russian SVD Dragunov sniper rifle chambered for the 7.62x51 NATO cartridge. Hooded post and tangent rear sights with the Norinco factory markings on the right side of the milled receiver. This rifle comes with the original scope and display case.

Chambered in the 5.7x28mm cartridge, the FN PS90 utilizes blowback operation and fires from a closed bolt for greater accuracy and reliability. The FN PS90’s civilian legal 16.04? cold hammer-forged MIL-SPEC barrel is equipped with an integrated muzzle brake to reduce recoil. Dual magazine latches, cocking handles and an innovative synthetic thumbhole stock with a molded-in sling attachment point help make the FN PS90 fully ambidextrous. The firearm is in like new condition and comes with the factory box and two magazines.

The SL8—chambered 5.56 NATO/.223 Remington—features a 20.8-inch cold-hammer-forged barrel with a recessed crown. The barrel is a free-floating bull, bored with 6 grooves and a 1:7 RH twist and is crafted from H&K’s renowned cannon-grade steel. Also, the bore is chrome-lined for improved corrosion resistance and longer life. The rifle is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

The adventure and romance of America’s Old West are embedded in its distinctive 20-inch octagon barrel, straight-grip American walnut stock with brass buttplate and brass barrel band. The solid top brass receiver features side ejection. The overall length is 38½ inches and this powerhouse weighs in at 8.68 lbs. A nice 19th century touch is the use of a fully adjustable Marble semi-buckhorn rear sight with white diamond insert and brass beaded front sight. The Big Boys have the smoothest actions of any centerfire lever action rifles on the market today. They work beautifully to give you competition shooters a leg up in any event you take part in. Chambered in .44 magnum, this rifle is in like new condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear and comes with the factory box.

All the classic details of the time honored original are reproduced in today's semi-auto Thompson. The frame and receiver are machined from aluminum. The wood is genuine American walnut. This .45 caliber carbine features a 16 1/2" finned barrel, compensator and is available with a lighter weight aluminum receiver. This configuration is the most popular model and is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear. The rifle comes with the standard and drum magazine and the factory case.

Make: BUL Model: SAS II Caliber: 9MM Action: Semi Barrel: 5 Bore: Shiny Serial # BAU-G412 Condition: Excellent This BUl SAS II is designed for everyday carry and reliability. Chambered in 9mm and featuring a 5” barrel, this pistol comes with 2 magazines, fitted holster, and a factory case. The firearm is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: IWI Model: DESERT EAGLE Caliber: .50 AE Action: Semi Barrel: 6 Bore: Shiny Serial # 37205459 Condition: Excellent The Desert Eagle is a gas-operated, semi-automatic pistol known for chambering the .50 Action Express, the largest centerfire cartridge of any magazine-fed, self-loading pistol. This IMI made eagle features a 5 inch barrel, factory hard case and 1 magazines. The pistol is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: MARLIN Model: 444S Caliber: 444 MARLIN Action: Lever Bore: Shiny Serial # 23010556 Condition: Excellent A big bore favorite that combines the power of the big 444 Marlin cartridge which generates nearly 1 1/2 tons of muzzle energy. The 444 is a real joy to handle no matter what the conditions. The model 444 has awesome knockdown power. The action is as smooth as you’ve experienced, and features a 22? barrel with Ballard rifling. Chambered in .444 Marlin, this rifle is in excellent condition showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY Model: M1A Caliber: 0.308 Action: Semi Barrel: 22 Bore: Shiny Serial # 238640 Condition: Excellent The M1A series of rifles, a semi-automatic rifle inspired by the classic U.S. Military M14, offers shooters a chance to own an icon. Chambered in .308 Win, the M1A is offered in classic and traditional models as well as tuned precision variants and modern tactical versions. This rifle is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear. The firearm comes with one magazine.

Make: MARLIN Model: 1895GS Caliber: .45-70 GOVT Action: Lever Barrel: 18 Bore: Shiny Serial # 92217302 Condition: Excellent The venerable big–game–dropping performance of the 45–70 Gov’t. is now available in a compact gun that weighs only 7 lbs. It features an 18½" inch barrel and a straight-grip stock for fast pointing. For corrosion resistance, the Model 1895GS comes with all major metal parts machined from stainless steel. Chambered in 45-70 Govt, this rifle is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: SIG SAUER Model: SIG 556 Caliber: 5.56 NATO Action: Semi Barrel: 18 Bore: Shiny Serial # JS010520 Condition: Excellent w casw, 2 mags, optic furn

Make: Smith & Wesson Model: PC15-1 Caliber: 5.56 Action: Semi Barrel: 18 Bore: Shiny Serial # PC11158 Condition: Excellent Smith & Wesson PC15-1 .223 Rem caliber rifle. Smith & Wesson's newest accurized AR-15 rifle with 20” stainless steel barrel, free floating tubular forearm and two stage Match grade trigger. The rifle is in excellent condition and is sold with the factory range bag and one magazine.

Make: SPRINGFIELD ARMORY Model: M1 Caliber: .30 M1 Action: Semi Barrel: 24 Bore: Shiny Serial # 953608 Condition: Excellent Dated to November of 1942 by the serial number (953608), don't miss your chance to own a piece of American history with this Springfield Armory M1 with bayonet. The rifle is in excellent condition, showing normal signs of use and wear.

Make: Mossberg Model: SILVER RESERVE Caliber: 12GA Action: Break Barrel: 28 Bore: Shiny Serial # TR12060152 Condition: Excellent Whether out for a day of wingshooting or busting clays, you can’t go wrong with one of these sure-to-be popular Silver Reserve over-and-unders. Durable, reliable, and affordable, these well-appointed break-action shotguns are loaded with performance-enhancing options and details traditionally reserved for high-end double guns. This shotgun features twin 28” barrels and is chambered in 12 GA. The firearm is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use or wear.

Make: UTAS DEFENSE Model: UTS 15 Caliber: 12GA Action: Pump Barrel: 18 Bore: Shiny Serial # US12P16138 Condition: Excellent The UTAS UTS-15 is a 12 gauge pump-action shotgun with two 7-round magazine tubes that can feed in an alternating or selecting pattern. The UTS-15 has a 28.3" overall length with an 18.5" barrel, chambered for 2 1/2", 2¾", and 3" magnum ammunition. Constructed primarily of fiber reinforced injection molded polymer, the UTS-15 weighs 6.9 lbs. Additionally, there is a top mounted picatinny rail for the mounting of a wide variety of both iron and optical sights, coupled with Beretta style barrel threading for choke tubes. The shotgun is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use or wear.

Make: VYATSKIE POLYANY Model: VEPR Caliber: .308 Action: Semi Barrel: 20 Bore: Shiny Serial # 04A06771 Condition: Excellent This rifle is a Russian manufactured Vepr chambered in .308 and features a, 20.5" barrel. The firearm is outfitted with a scope and fixed stock. The rifle is in excellent condition, showing normal signs of use and wear.

Make: Schmidt-Rubin Model: 96/11 Caliber: 7.5x55 Action: Bolt Barrel: 31 Bore: Shiny Serial # 332391 Condition: Excellent The Schmidt–Rubin 1896/11 rifle, or the Model 96/11, was a Swiss upgrade to the 89/96 rifles they had, to use the more powerful cartridge adopted as the GP11. The GP11 cartridge operated at a higher chamber pressure, which the 89/96 action could easily handle. The model 89/96 rifles were modernized by changing the three-groove rifled barrel to a new 4-groove type, adding a pistol grip to the stock, changing the magazine to the 6-round type used in the 1900 short rifle, and modernizing the sights. This also streamlined the appearance of the rifles. Because more rifles were needed than were available, the model 1911 rifle, with slight changes, was put into production. Almost all of the 127,000-plus model 89/96 rifles were converted to the 96/11 specifications. Chambered in 7.5x55, this example is in like new condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: Ruger Model: REDHAWK Caliber: .45 COLT Action: SA Bore: Shiny Serial # 503-27020 Condition: Excellent The Redhawk is the first large-bore double-action revolver introduced by Ruger. It was designed by Roy Melcher and Harry Sefried. Sefried previously worked for High Standard Manufacturing Company, where he designed the High Standard Sentinel revolver. This Redhawk is chambered in .45 colt and is finished in stainless steel with rosewood grips. The revolver is in excellent condition, showing normal signs of use and wear.

Make: CZ Model: 75 P-06 Caliber: 40S&W Action: Semi Barrel: 4 Bore: Shiny Serial # A472429 Condition: Excellent The CZ P-06 is a compact semi-automatic pistol that is a popular choice for concealed carry and self-defense. It is a smaller version of the CZ 75 family of handguns, designed to be more compact and lightweight, while still retaining many of the same features that have made the CZ 75 series popular with gun enthusiasts. In this blog, we will take a closer look at the pros and cons of the CZ P-06. Chambered in 40 S&W, this pistol comes with two magazines and the factory case. The pistol is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: Smith & Wesson Model: M&P-15 Caliber: 5.56 NATO Action: Semi Barrel: 20 Bore: Shiny Serial # SU67494 Condition: Excellent Smith & Wesson M&P 15 Performance Center 5.56 NATO 20in Black Semi Automatic Modern Sporting Rifle - 30+1 Rounds - M&P15 Rifles are the ideal modern sporting rifle. Built to perform multiple uses under various conditions, M&P15 Rifles are as versatile as they are reliable. Engineered for a wide variety of recreational, sport shooting and professional applications, M&P15 Rifles are easy to accessorize, but hard to put down. M&P15 Rifles are lightweight and rugged embodying the best combination of function and form. The rifle is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: Sig Sauer Model: P226 EQUINOX Caliber: .40S&W Action: Semi Bore: Shiny Serial # U774033 Condition: Excellent The P226 Equinox is designed by the SIG Sauer Custom Shop master gunsmiths to be the balance between night and day. The P226 is already one of the most well respected and sought after firearms available on the market today. It sets the benchmark standard for all other combat handguns. The P226 is reliable, durable, and combat tested seeing heavy used by Special Forces, Law Enforcement and Security worldwide. This legendary reputation for superior performance has made it a favorite of civilians that carry concealed for personal protection. The SIG P226 Equinox incorporates a host of features that will impress new and seasoned shooters alike. Chambered in .40 S&W, this pistol is in excellent condition and is sold with two magazines and the factory case and paperwork.

Make: BROWNING Model: SHORT TRAC Caliber: .270 WSM Action: Semi Barrel: 24 Bore: Shiny Serial # 311MN03674 Condition: Excellent Introduced in 1967, the gas-operated Browning BAR has proven to be a reliable and very successful semi-automatic sporting rifle. But, with development of the Winchester Short Magnum family of cartridges, Browning has made some radical aesthetic and ergonomic changes to the venerable BAR. The European-style walnut fore-end and contoured buttstock differentiate the ShortTrac from more traditional American-style BARs. The .270 WSM we received has a more angular fore-end that extends farther to the rear, covering the front of the lower receiver. There are pronounced ascending thumb grooves on either side of the fore-end, and the belly is checkered in an angular pattern. A sling swivel stud protrudes from the front of the fore-end. This rifle is adorn in a camo wrap and is in excellent condition, showing minimal signs of use and wear.

Make: IZHMASH Model: SAIGA-12 Caliber: 12GA Action: Semi Barrel: 19 Bore: Shiny Serial # H09415593T Condition: Excellent The Saiga-12 self-loading smooth bore shotgun is intended for professional and sport hunting of small-and medium-size game under any climatic conditions. This shotgun is built on the famous AK-47 action that has been proven by years of very reliable combat action. Chambered in 12 GA, this shotgun is in excellent condition and is sold with two magazines.

Make: Rock Island Model: 1911 A1 Caliber: .45 ACP Action: Semi Barrel: 5 Bore: Shiny Serial # RIA2440054 Condition: Excellent The Rock Standard full-size is built in traditional classic 70 series design and delivered with our top quality production and engineering standards. It's chambered in .45ACP with a 5” button rifled barrel supported by a full length guide rod. Smooth, angled, snag-free style allows for quick draw in fast need situations. Includes a low profile angled rear sight along with skeletonized hammer and trigger with adjustable over travel stop and ambidextrous safety standard in the Rock series. The pistol is new in the box and comes with one magazine and the factory hard case.

Make: Winchester Model: 94 Cowboy Commemorative Caliber: 30-30 WIN Action: Lever Barrel: 20 Bore: Shiny Serial # CB10567 In 1970 Winchester manufactured the Cowboy Commemorative Carbine, of which 27,549 were made. The 94 Carbines were fitted with a 20 inch barrel, full length tube magazine, walnut extended forearm and carbine style stock, receiver mounted saddle-ring, nickel plated barrel bands, carbine style butt-plate, lever, hammer, and unique to the Cowboy Commemorative theme, roll engraved receiver. The right side of the barrel is roll stamped Cowboy Commemorative and there is a Cowboy roping a steer medallion on the right side of the stock. The rifle is in its original box and is in excellent condition, with no signs of wear or use.

Make: Winchester Model: Buffalo Bill Commemorativ Caliber: 30-30 WIN Action: Lever Barrel: 20 Bore: Shiny Serial # WC118401 Condition: Excellent Winchester model 94, Buffalo Bill Commemorative chambered in .30-30 Winchester. Winchester started production of these rifles in 1968. Features a 20" octagon barrel, engraved receiver with saddle ring, open rear sights with front blade. Firearm comes with original box and paperwork. The rifle is in excellent condition showing next to no signs of use or wear.

Make: Winchester Model: 94 Theodore Roosevelt Com Caliber: 30-30 WIN Action: Lever Barrel: 24 Bore: Shiny Serial # TR54052 Condition: Excellent The Model 94 Theodore Roosevelt Commemorative was manufactured in the year 1969. A total of 56,060 were manufactured. The Winchester Model 1894 rifle is a lever-action repeating rifle that became one of the most famous, popular, and proven hunting rifles of all time. The lightweight and fast handling Model 94 delivers reliable, rapid-fire cartridges powerful enough for deer, bear, and hogs. The Winchester Model 94 is an American icon, recognized all over the world for its simple and reliable function. "The gun that won the west". This rifle comes with the original box and is in excellent condition, showing almost no signs of use and wear.

Make: Marlin Model: 1895GS Caliber: .45-70 Action: Lever Barrel: 18 Bore: Shiny Serial # 95GST210 Condition: Excellent Offering this “1 of 500” Marlin 1895GS Talo. The unique serial number, 95GST210, would indicate this model was produced in 2005 and released in 2007. This beautiful 1895GS Talo is a .45-70 Stainless lever action rifle and has Ulrich inspired engraving from patterns produced by Marlin in the late 1890’s . It features majestic and highly ornamental whitetails on one side of the receiver and the Marlin mounted cowboy logo on the other. With beautiful engraving, Wild West Guns trigger and ejector, DRC lever, and improved Limbsaver recoil pad, this custom rifle is a must have! This Marlin has it all, checkered grip and forearm, rubber recoil pad, sling stud mounts, hooded post front sight, and a Skinner “Express” peep rear sight. Comes in the original box with paperwork, and includes the original parts and custom work information.

Make: Colt Model: Trooper MK III Caliber: .357 Magnum Action: DA Barrel: 4 Bore: Shiny Serial # 27545U Condition: Very Good Today only! Colt Trooper MK III chambered in .357 Magnum. This double action revolver has an adjustable rear sight, a case hardened hammer, and wood grips with gold colt medallions inlayed. Also includes hard case.

Make: Winchester Model: 94 Caliber: 32 WS Action: Lever Barrel: 20 Bore: Shiny Serial # 1432390 Condition: Excellent The Winchester Model 1894 rifle (also known as the Winchester 94 or Model 94) is a lever-action repeating rifle that became one of the most famous and popular hunting rifles of all time. It was designed by John Browning in 1894 and originally chambered to fire two metallic black powder cartridges, the .32-40 Winchester and .38-55 Winchester. This 94 is dated to approximately 1943-1947 and is equipped with the Williams Peep Sights. The rifle is in excellent condition, showing normal signs of use and wear.

Make: Sharps Model: 1874 Caliber: .45/70 Action: Lever Barrel: 32 Bore: Shiny Serial # SH2946 Condition: Excellent Sharps rifles are a series of large-bore, single-shot, falling-block, breech-loading rifles, beginning with a design by Christian Sharps in 1848 and ceasing production in 1881. They were renowned for long-range accuracy. By 1874, the rifle was available in a variety of calibers, and it was one of the few designs to be successfully adapted to metallic cartridge use. The Sharps rifles became icons of the American Old West with their appearances in many Western-genre films and books. Perhaps as a result, several rifle companies offer reproductions of the Sharps rifle. This Sharps is chambered in 45-70 and features a 32” octagon barrel. The firearm is in excellent condition, showing normal signs of use and wear.