AUTHENTIC SHARPS REPRODUCTION FIREARMS.

I.A.B. srl TAKES PRIDE IN INTRODUCING THE NEWEST ADDITTIONS TO OUR EXTENSIVE LINE OF AUTHENTIC SHARPS REPRODUCTION FIREARMS

As part of our goal to offer our clients various Sharps reproduction firearms as close as possible to the originals, we are happy to introduce the following models to our product line…

1874 BIG GAME Rifle

We are proud to add this 1874 “Big Game Rifle” to our extensive line of reproduction Sharps rifles. This 10.4 pound (4.70 kg.) rifle comes standard with a 28 inch heavy round barrel that is 1.1 inches (27mm) in diameter and chambered in the powerful .45-70 caliber. It comes with a barrel mounted buckhorn rear sight and front sight similar to the popular Lyman sight. The color case hardened receiver is drilled and tapped to accept our optional flip up Creedmore style sight. This rifle boasts a select grade walnut stock that is a step above the fine grade of wood we normally use on our rifles. An optional patch box is also available.

1859 "BERDAN" RIFLE

The Sharps Model 1859 "Berdan" Rifle
The original of this model was used during the American Civil War by sharpshooters such as “California Joe” of Col. Hiram Berdan’s 1st. Rgt. U.S. Sharpshooters. Our reproduction of this famous rifle comes with a 30" round barrel, patch-box, double set triggers, and 3 barrel bands on the forearm.

The Sharps Model 1859 "Infantry" Rifle (not shown)

Same as the 1859 “Berdan” Rifle but with a single trigger

1874 "CARBINE QUIGLEY"

The Sharps Model 1874 "Carbine Quigley" Rifle

This model is our version of the Sharps rifle used in the movie "Quigley Down Under" staring Tom Selleck. It is offered with a 34" octagonal barrel, pewter-tipped forearm, and a patch-box on the stock. Also note that this model has an oiled hand finished stock and is available in calibers .45/70, .45/90, and .45/120.

Stock mounted patch box

We are pleased to offer the option of an authentic patch box for all models and versions of our authentic reproduction Sharps rifles. This particular patch box was used during the American Civil War to hold various small repair parts such as nipples or mainsprings.

Pewter tip for octagonal forearms

Now available for all our octagonal barreled reproduction rifles is this beautiful pewter forearm tip. This option allows our clients to add a special touch of elegance to complement the classic lines of our Sharps rifles. Addition of this pewter tip to your rifle will set it apart today just as it did in the past days of the Buffalo's Hunters. (Available on octagonal barrel models only).

KITS

Now you can assemble your own percussion or metallic cartridge Sharps rifle from one of our kits. We offer all our kits in either of two stages of completion

1) Our semi-finished kits have the stock inletting completed and all parts are in place for a functioning firearm. We consider these semi-finished kits to be about 85% complete when delivered to you

2) OOur disassembled kits have only the lock plate and trigger plate mounted in the stock. All other parts come loose and require fitting to the stock to make a functioning firearm. We consider these disassembled kits to be about 50% complete when delivered to you

All IAB Sharps Rifles and Carbines are available in your choice of semi-finished or disassembled kits.

Finishing of the metal and wood parts is left to you to give your
Sharps firearm the level of quality and personal attention to detail you desire

NO INSTRUCTIONS ARE INCLUDED IN THESE KITS.

KITS AVAILABLE:

Sharps Model 1863 percussion rifle in .45 - .50 - .54 caliber with 22" or 28" and more longer round or octagonal barrel. Available with either single or optional double trigger.

Sharps Model 1866 metallic cartridge rifle in .45/70 - .45/90 - .45/120 caliber with 16" or 22" or 28"-32"-34" round or octagonal barrel. Available with either single or optional double set trigger.

Sharps Model 1874 metallic cartridge rifle in .45/70 .45/90 .45/120 and .45 LongColt caliber with 16" or 22" or 28" - 30" - "32 - 34" round or octagonal barrel. Available with either single or optional double trigger.

Before handling our Sharps (or any other firearms) always make sure that the firearm is unloaded and pointed in a safe direction.
ALL IAB firearms described herein are designed for use with BLACK POWDER ONLY. Is possible also use FACTORY AMMO loaded.
DO NOT REMOVE our "exclusive positive automatic safety" before attempting to load and fire the rifle. We strongly recommend not loading the rifle until you are in the field or on the target range and are ready to shoot.