Taylors and Company 1874 Down Under — .45-70, 32″ Barrel

The 1874 Down Under is a single-shot sporting rifle that reproduces classic Sharps-era styling with modern manufacturing. It features a color case-hardened receiver, Hartford-style pewter forend tip, hand-oiled walnut stock with patchbox, and a blued octagonal barrel. The upper tang is pre-drilled with 2-1/4" center-to-center holes for Creedmoor sight placement, and the front and rear sight dovetails accept an adjustable front blade and ladder rear sight.

Key Specifications

• The rifle is chambered in .45-70 Government.
• The capacity is 1 round.
• The barrel measures 32 inches and is an octagonal contour.
• The barrel finish is blued steel.
• The action type is single-shot, break-open.
• The overall length is 49 inches.
• The unloaded weight is 10.60 lbs.
• The trigger is a double set trigger.
• The stock finish is oiled checkered walnut.
• The barrel twist rate is 1:18 RH.

Built to blend historical appearance with modern machining, this 1874 Down Under is suitable for target shooting, historical shooting events, and traditional hunting applications where a high-quality single-shot rifle is appropriate. Its classic finishes and traditional controls deliver a hands-on, period-correct experience for collectors and shooters who value craftsmanship and straightforward performance.