Sharps Model 1950

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Sharps_rifle
gptkbp:accessories available with custom sights
gptkbp:activities falling block
gptkbp:artistic_influence influenced modern precision rifles
gptkbp:broadcasts single round
gptkbp:caliber .45-70 Government
gptkbp:collects highly collectible
gptkbp:cultural_impact featured in Western films
gptkbp:design designed for long-range shooting
gptkbp:finish blued finish
gptkbp:historical_context developed during the post-war era
gptkbp:historical_event used in long-range competitions
gptkbp:historical_significance symbol of American frontier life
used in the American Civil War
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sharps Model 1950
gptkbp:is_popular_in target shooters
gptkbp:is_used_by gptkb:United_States_military
gptkbp:legacy remains a classic design
gptkbp:length 30 inches
high-carbon steel
approximately 48 inches
octagonal barrel
1:18.75 twist rate
around 1300 fps
gptkbp:maintenance requires regular cleaning
gptkbp:manufacturer gptkb:Sharps_Rifle_Manufacturing_Company
gptkbp:market_segment sporting firearms
gptkbp:marketed_as hunting rifle
gptkbp:material steel and wood
walnut
gptkbp:notable_features ejector system
gptkbp:notable_users Buffalo hunters
gptkbp:performance high accuracy
gptkbp:price_range $1000-$3000
gptkbp:production_location gptkb:Hartford,_Connecticut
gptkbp:production_years 1950-1970
gptkbp:range effective range of 1000 yards
gptkbp:recoil moderate
gptkbp:reputation known for reliability
gptkbp:safety_features manual safety
cross-bolt safety
gptkbp:sights iron sights
scope mount available
gptkbp:successor gptkb:Sharps_Model_1874
gptkbp:trigger_pull_weight approximately 3-5 pounds
gptkbp:trigger_type adjustable trigger
single-stage trigger
gptkbp:type gptkb:weapon
gptkbp:user_base enthusiasts and collectors
gptkbp:user_experience smooth operation
gptkbp:variant gptkb:Sharps_Model_1859
gptkbp:weight around 10 pounds
gptkbp:year_created 1950