Why the surge in Sharps rifles?

Legionnaire said:

Yes. Of all the guns I regret parting with close to the top are my Lyman flintlocks. But I still get to enjoy my Henry Single Shots in .357 and .44 magnum.

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One of the few guns I regret selling was my Ruger No.1 RSI in 243

Love him or hate him, the Trump economy was great, then “stimulus checks”

More disposable income means more “luxury” items purchased.

I just ordered a Randall knife, wait time.... 5 years 9 months.

Dave DeLaurant said:

My .02$ about a rise in Sharps or similar rifle sales is that a segment of the market has moved from the 'need' to 'want' category.

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You just described me. I am at a stage in my life where I can now buy what I want, regardless of cost and on my terms. I bought Pedersoli instead of Shiloh or C-Sharps simply because I did not want to wait, I could literally die before they finished building it and was not willing to take that chance. I am glad I did and this are just as good and beautiful as any Sharps you will get your hands on. I don't think there is a surge it has always been around.

I was having a similar discussion at my lgs about single action revolvers. They usually have a nice selection but their shelves are empty.

I can see glocks and similar firearms being bought up by new gun owners but who is buying single action 45's ?

I would guess manufacturers are having supply chain issues.

I can see glocks and similar firearms being bought up by new gun owners but who is buying single action 45's ?

Me.

The issue in regards to most replica bp cartridge guns is simple. The vast majority are made in Italy and they are having plague issues in labor, supply and shipping. With those three in play, the inventory in the logistic pipeline is lower than normal hence the "shortage". In the case of Shiloh and C Sharps, those issues aren't as much in play as they are onshore and couple that with the price and presto, they're the only game left in town. However, if you're not hung up on a Sharps and want an original think outside the box. Here's my original 1869 Rolling block in 50-70. It started life as a 12.77x44r, had the chamber reamed to 50-70 and set of quality venier sights put on. Other than some stock contours, it's darn close to most rollers made in the US in the same period.

Two years ago I picked up a Browning High Wall in 40-65 Winchester. The rifle is heavy, which makes sense for a bison shooter who would sit and thunk down Plains bison with one shot. It’s recoil is almost nothing. The huge lead bullet is all business.