1862 Sharps Confederate Cavalry Carbine Percussion 22" .54

The Sharps sporting rifle became known as the "Old Reliable" by those who hunted buffalo for their hides. Reproducing the Sharps models at a reasonable price was a challenge for modern manufacturers because of its sliding breech-block and large, angular receiver. This challenge has been met and Taylor's is able to offer a wide variety of the most popular Sharps models for hunting and target shooting. If you are looking for a faithful, strong, practical lifetime companion these models are for you. The INFANTRY and CAVALRY models have a fixed front sight and round barrel retained by steel bands. The range of rifles includes all the most significant versions among the paper cartridge and the metal cartridge models. For all models we have used the best materials and latest techniques, so to ensure a top quality product. The most important parts are machined from forged metals for maximum durability and strength and the deep rifling is broached and ensures excellent results in long distance shooting. All the models are drilled and tapped to install the Creedmoor sights and the front tunnel sights with interchangeable inserts, except for the military models.