Home All 1874 Shiloh Sharps First Shots

1874 Shiloh Sharps First Shots

1013
Shiloh Sharps 1874 first shots.
Shiloh Sharps 1874 first shots.

So it needs to be stated right up front that I had some trouble hitting anything at 200 yards. My “try-dope” drop data was wrong, and my eyes aren’t good enough to see splash sign at 200 yards. Only later was I able to see some of it when reviewing the target video. 

Long term, I would prefer either a scope or a spotter to work out the dope. And probably setup the chronograph as well. 

But overall the Sharps was fun. And that is what I was looking for. Fun. Test shoot the rifle to ensure it works (after a decade) and make plans to eventually take it out to at least 500 yards. 

Stay tuned. 

 

 

Sincerely, 

Marky

www.John1911.com

“Shooting Guns & Having Fun”

Marky
Latest posts by Marky (see all)