Remote Brutality 2021 - 1859 Sharps

Published on March 1, 2021
Duration: 10:42

This guide details the 'Kasarda Drill Universal' performed with a Pedersoli 1859 Sharps .54 caliber rifle. The drill tests marksmanship, physical strength, and cardiovascular endurance within 180 seconds, requiring alternating prone shots at a 50m target with kettlebell throws. Instruction from Karl Kasarda, a recognized expert in historical firearms and practical shooting, highlights the unique challenges and accuracy potential of this Civil War-era technology.

Quick Summary

The Kasarda Drill Universal tests marksmanship and physical endurance using a kettlebell and a 50m target within 180 seconds. Performed with a Pedersoli 1859 Sharps .54 caliber rifle, it highlights the challenges of black powder shooting, including slow ignition, but also showcases the rifle's impressive accuracy, hitting steel at 200 yards.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: 1859 Sharps & Remote Brutality
  2. 01:22The Kasarda Drill Universal Explained
  3. 02:42Drill Setup and Rules
  4. 04:03Technical Loading Demonstration (Paper Cartridges)
  5. 05:43Drill Performance with Black Powder
  6. 08:47Post-Drill Assessment & 200 Yard Accuracy

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Kasarda Drill Universal?

The Kasarda Drill Universal is a shooting drill designed by Karl Kasarda to test marksmanship, physical strength, and cardiovascular endurance. It involves alternating prone shots at a target with kettlebell throws within a set time limit, simulating high-stress scenarios.

What are the challenges of shooting a .54 caliber 1859 Sharps rifle?

Shooting the 1859 Sharps involves challenges like using handmade paper cartridges, slow ignition via musket caps, and managing heavy smoke from black powder. Despite this, it maintains impressive accuracy at distance.

How does the 1859 Sharps perform in accuracy tests?

The 1859 Sharps rifle demonstrated remarkable accuracy, successfully hitting a steel target at 200 yards. This highlights the effectiveness of Civil War-era firearm technology when operated correctly.

What is the significance of 'Beecher's Bibles'?

'Beecher's Bibles' was a nickname for Sharps rifles, like the 1859 model, provided to abolitionist settlers in Kansas before the American Civil War. They were crucial tools for self-defense and political influence.

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