The 1874 Sharps Old West gets the inspiration from a rifle made by Henry Slotterbeck a gunsmith from Wrttemberg emigrated to the States around the 1850 who after having worked for some years for Henry Deringer in Philadelphia founded the Slotter & Co. The stock has brass parts. On the right side of the butt stock there is a plate that can be personalized with some engraving of choice. The forend has wedge plates. The pistol grip cap is made of case hardened steel. Creedmoor and tunnel sights not included. - Caliber: .45-70 - Grooves: 6 - Twist: 1:18 - Barrel's length: 30 - Overall length: 48 1/16 - Weight: 11.46 lbs -Does Not have Front/Rear Sights