The Pedersoli Sharps 1874 is a precision reproduction of the famous Sharps falling-block rifle used by buffalo hunters and long-range shooters in the post-Civil War era. Type: Rifle Action: Single-Shot Caliber: .45-70 Govt Capacity: 1 Year introduced: 1970, Italy Weight: 112 oz Overall length: 47" Status: Active Intended use: Long Range Shooting, Historical Recreation, Silhouette