The Taylors and Company 1886 Ridge Runner Take-Down is a lever-action rifle configured for .45-70 Government. It pairs an 18.50″ half-octagonal barrel finished in matte chrome with a SoftTouch black synthetic-over-wood stock. The rifle includes a muzzle brake with a threaded cap (5/8×24) and comes equipped with a Skinner peep rear sight and a fiber optic front sight.
Key Specifications
- The rifle is chambered in .45-70 Government.
- The action is a lever action.
- The listed capacity is 4 + 1.
- The barrel measures 18.50 inches and is half-octagonal in profile.
- The unloaded weight is approximately 7.80 lbs.
- The overall length is 37.50 inches.
- The metal finish is Matte Chrome.
- The stock is a SoftTouch black synthetic over wood with a padded stock end.
- The muzzle is fitted with a muzzle brake and threaded to 5/8×24 (thread cap included if brake not used).
- The sights are Fiber Optic front and Skinner peep rear.
Designed to blend classic 1886 lines with modern features, the Ridge Runner Take-Down is suited for big-bore field work and brushing into tight country where a compact transported package is useful. Its take-down capability, robust lever action, and pragmatic sighting package make it a straightforward choice for shooters who value durability and traditional handling in a modern finish.
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