Red Cent 453 Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 i need a favor, please. Would someone measure the approximate distance from the tip of the barrel to the balance point on a typical single shot like a Sharps. I am making some soft gun cases and I want this to position the handle. Thanks. Link to post Share on other sites
The Original Lumpy Gritz 7,555 Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Balance point changes with barrel length and bbl. weight, BTDT LG Link to post Share on other sites
Red Cent 453 Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 Then assume it is a Sharps Quigley down Under. Or a Pedersoli 1874 Sharps. Most have a 28" or 30" barrel. Link to post Share on other sites
Cliff Hanger #3720LR 770 Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 "Then assume it is a Sharps Quigley down Under. Or a Pedersoli 1874 Sharps. Most have a 28" or 30" barrel." ------------------- Quigley Sharps has a 34" barrel. Sharps Sporting rifle has 32" barrel. If you plan to make cases for others, you will need a list of various models to take in barrel weight. Round, tapered octagon and straight octagon. (Bull barrel) If you look at other cases you will find that the handle strap is long to allow you to shift your hand in the loop to counter the balance differences in barrels and stocks. If you are planning to make cases for others, I would be interested in seeing what you offer. CH Link to post Share on other sites
Red Cent 453 Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 You guys are making this difficult. Assume a 30" barrel. Link to post Share on other sites
The Original Lumpy Gritz 7,555 Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 You guys are making this difficult. Assume a 30" barrel. With or without scope? LG Link to post Share on other sites
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The Original Lumpy Gritz 7,555 Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 My Shiloh's balance mostly mid-forearm, depending on bbl length. http://www.shilohrifle.com/shop/home.php?cat=1 LG Link to post Share on other sites
Griff 1,660 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 My Shiloh's balance mostly mid-forearm, depending on bbl length.http://www.shilohrif.../home.php?cat=1 LG +1 Link to post Share on other sites
Cliff Hanger #3720LR 770 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Tell ya what I'll do. Tomorrow I will get in the safe and measure my Pedersoli 32" tapered barrel Sporting rifle and include the balance point. I'll post the numbers here for you to start your note with. Link to post Share on other sites
Sixgun Seamus 1,861 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 I have a Pedersoli Heavy Match Target Sharps with a 34 inch barrel. It balances right at the forearm screw. That is 26½ inches from the barrel end and 24½ inches from the center of the butt plate . Hope this helps. Link to post Share on other sites
Jabez Cowboy,SASS # 50129 1,498 Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 In my hand ........ Jabez Cowboy Link to post Share on other sites
Long Branch Louie 2 Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 Red, mine has a 26" barrel. I'll check the balance point when I get home. Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie Harley, #14153 3,327 Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 4-6" in front of the receiver is where my two Sharps balance. One is a 34" heavy barrel. One is a 30" standard weight. That should get you in the ballpark. Link to post Share on other sites
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