Description
The Taylor’s 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 45-70 is a rifle chambered in 45-70 with a 26-inch barrel and a 8+1 capacity. Taylor’s & Company of Winchester, Virginia, has specialized in authentic reproductions of historic firearms for decades.
Taylor’s 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 45-70 Overview
The 1886 lever-action is John Browning’s big-bore lever gun, built to handle powerful cartridges such as the 45-70. Its strong vertical locking lugs and classic lines make it a favorite for hunting large game.
Design and Features
This 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 26″ .45-70 has a octagonal blued steel barrel, a casehardened steel frame, a walnut stock, and a dovetail brass bead front sight and dovetail buckhorn rear sight. Rifling twist is RH 1×18″. It weighs about 9.26 pounds and measures 44.88″ overall. It is built for Taylor’s & Company by Pedersoli in Italy. Taylor’s offers its tuning service for a smoother action.
Handling in the Field
The rifle is light and quick to the shoulder, and the lever stroke is smooth, making fast follow-up shots easy.
Action and Trigger
The action cycles smoothly, and the trigger breaks cleanly for accurate shots.
Sights and Optics
Mount the optic of your choice with quality rings or a mount, and zero it with the load you plan to use.
The 45-70 Cartridge
The 45-70 offers a good balance of power, accuracy, and recoil for its intended use.
Setup and Accessories
Start with a quality optic and solid rings or a mount, then add a sling for carrying and a bipod or shooting bag for steady rests. Test a few loads for accuracy and settle on the one your rifle likes best. A hard case protects your investment on the way to the range or the field.
Ownership Tips
Read the owner manual fully before your first range trip, and keep the manual, box, and receipt with your records for warranty service and resale. Unload the rifle and confirm it is empty before cleaning. Field-strip it according to the owner manual, scrub the bore with a brush and patches, and wipe carbon from the bolt face and chamber. Apply a light coat of quality gun oil to the contact points, and wipe the exterior with a lightly oiled cloth before storage.
Shooting Fundamentals
Accuracy comes from consistent fundamentals: a stable position, natural point of aim, controlled breathing and a smooth trigger press. Practice from a bench to confirm your zero, then from field positions such as sitting, kneeling and prone with a sling or bipod.
Ordering From MAG5
Choose your local FFL dealer at checkout and we ship directly to them. Once the firearm arrives, your dealer will run the background check and complete the transfer paperwork. Most dealers charge a modest transfer fee, so ask about it before you order.
State Laws
Magazine capacity limits, feature restrictions, and transfer rules vary by state and locality. Check your local laws before ordering, and ask your receiving dealer if you are unsure whether this configuration is legal where you live.
Ordering and Transfer
When you order a firearm from MAG5 Firearms, we ship it to the licensed dealer you choose. Your dealer completes the ATF Form 4473 and the background check, and may charge a transfer fee. Local buyers can complete the transfer at our shop. Bring a valid ID, and check your state waiting period before you plan a hunt or a range trip.
Safe Storage
Store the firearm unloaded in a locked safe or case, with ammunition kept separately. A cable lock or trigger lock is a good backup, especially in a home with children or visitors. Keep the original box and paperwork, and record the serial number in a safe place in case the gun is ever lost or stolen.
Specifications
- Model: Taylor’s 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 26″ .45-70
- Taylor’s SKU: LC1/210117
- Action Type: Lever action
- Caliber: .45-70
- Capacity: 8
- Barrel Length: 26″
- Barrel Contour: Octagonal
- Barrel Finish: Blued steel
- Barrel Twist & Rotation: RH 1×18″
- Frame Finish: Casehardened steel
- Stock Finish: Walnut
- Forend Finish: Walnut
- Front Sight: Dovetail brass bead
- Rear Sight: Dovetail buckhorn
- Trigger Type & Pull: Single trigger
- Overall Length: 44.88″
- Weight (lb): 9.26
- Manufacturer: Pedersoli
- UPC: 810012513128
Before You Buy
Federal law requires firearms bought online to ship to a licensed dealer, and buyers must be 18 or older to buy a rifle from a dealer. We ship to the FFL dealer of your choice, and your dealer handles the background check and transfer.
Who It Is For
The Taylor’s 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 45-70 is a great fit for hunters and target shooters who want an accurate, dependable rifle from Taylor’s & Company.
Buy the Taylor’s 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 45-70 at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Taylor’s 1886 Sporting Classic Rifle 45-70 online and ship it to your local FFL dealer, or browse our full selection of firearms for more rifles. For factory details, visit Taylor’s & Company.
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