Sharps Model 1874 Sporting Rifle |
Denton Van Zan
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There is a photo of this in the book 'Sharps Firearms. by Frank Sellers', on page 239.
It is shown with a telescopic sight - '(Sharps) Model 1874 Sporting Rifle, with several features that are unusual for such an early gun. It has a 'rifle butt' with the heavy Schuetzen Style buttplate and a cheekpiece on the left side. The full-length telescope is also unusual for this period.' This is the only photo on the net that I've found similar in appearance, to give an idea of its design - http://www.imfdb.org/images/3/3e/TOJWSharpsSniper-1.jpg Has anyone seen or handled this type of scoped weapon ? Additionally, for my own reference, if this firearm was used at Isandlwana, located, say, on top of Black's Koppie, what sort of reach would a shot have on the battlefield out to the East, as its furthest, most accurate distance ? Thanks in advance C.J. |
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Denton Van Zan
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Sawubona
Thanks for your reply. I'll need to check the distances in yards of all the Isandlwana battlefield. As for your last sentence, I'm sure the owner would take the necessary precautions to protect this high-quality weapon and telescopic sight. C.J. |
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