When we talk about the .40-70, we're actually looking at two main variations: the .40-70 Sharps Straight and the .40-70 Sharps Bottleneck. Each has its own set of measurements and performance criteria.

Sep 9, 2005 · Because the original .40-70 Sharps straight was the case originally used as the basis for the .405 WCF and just lengthened, it seemed logistical to use the new .405 WCF Hornady and reverse the changes. We also used an original Winchester factory .40-70 Sharps chamber blueprint as a guide.

Sep 1, 2023 · The 40-70 Sharps Straight Challenge is not to shoot better than me or the next guy, but load and shoot it well, and share what is working for you. The 40-70 can be a stinker. It is an old-time favorite of hunters and found regularly in old match rifles as well. 330gr and 370 grain bullets were the norm.

After what black-powder-cartridge-rifle shooters felt was a long wait, the new brass for the .40-70 Sharps Straight is now available from Jamison, a division of Captech International. One reason it seemed to take so long was because the .40-70 SS case is somewhat unique.

Feb 9, 2024 · Looking for load data using smokeless with a 320gr cast bullet. Anyone know of a reputable resource for this type of data? Somewhere between 68 and 70 grains of 11/2f with a .030 fiber wad should work. Mine likes 69 grains with most any bullet weight/length.

.40-70 Sharps (Straight), .40-65 Sharps (1876) reloading data with 1 loads. Using bullets from Lead. Powders include IMR.

May 5, 2011 · Looking ahead at vendors for availability of brass, bullet mould and loading dies I see their are two separate listings for .40-70 Sharps Straight -and- .40-70 Sharps Straight for Shiloh. The descriptions are clear, but what's the difference? I appreciate any thoughts and opinions from all of you.

May 20, 2003 · The 40-70 uses generally reformed 30-40 Krag brass. There are several choises available from Buffalo Arms, but you need to know exactly what the application will be. As for Big Timber there are two gun manufactures there, Shiloh or C. Sharps.

This is currently manufactured obsolete black powder cartridge rifle ammunition for 40-70 Sharps Straight chambered firearms listed below. Using a .408" 400 grain bullet, SPG lubed, 20-1 alloy (item #410663.408) and loaded with Swiss Black Powder.

CASE-40-70 Cartridge Case, unprimed brass, .40-70 Sharps Straight, 2-1/2" for Shiloh. Price: $1.75