Jim Baker, Indian Scout

[Davem]

Maybe some other Jim Baker experts can jump in but....I thought he used cedar to re-stock the rifle. The only cedar I am aware of is too soft but I was told certain cedar heartwood sections are strong.  The famous painting- that was done late and as I recall, I thought he got decked out in old grab to relive the era.  Might be the same thing with the botas.

[Bruce W Sims]

Bruce,

Check out www.davide-pedersoli.com
Click on the British flag in the upper right corner to get everything in English.
Then click on Rifles and the click on Sharps Rifles.
They offer a pretty wide selection of Sharps of all types.
Should you find something to your liking, let me know and I will post the info for Pedersoli's major US importer.
My best,
 Blair

When all is said and done I find myself gravitating towards the Infantry or Sniper model....moreso the sniper model
because of the double set triggers and would prefer the 45/70. I've seen them as low as $1000 and even $860 (gawd knows what THAT would get me  ) but I'm thinking I would rather have one NIB. I'm pretty sure this would be acceptable if I
decide to get serious about joining one of the groups here. Thoughts?

Best Wishes,

Bruce

[Blair]

Bruce.

The choice of the model type is of course yours to make.
The percussion or cartridge Military Model Rifle is not what you see in the photos you posted of Jim Baker.
45-70 would be acceptable for the long (er) range shoots, but not for the Main Match Rifle.
Again, it is your choice. My suggestion would be opt for the main match rifle first. And depends on how much you wish to become involved with this sport.
My best,
 Blair

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