Daryl,

With the full 10rds in the mag after 1 or 2 rds fired the next rd jumps the tab and ends up inside the action and jams the lever

I tried different OAL rds and it happened with them all.

I only had the rifle for 3 mths so took it back and it was sent to Berretta, 2 mths ago.

I am still waiting to hear what the problem is and when its coming back.

The kicker was on the weekend the exact same thing happened to another guy with a Uberti 1866 and it was his first time on the range with it.

I have been told the new tabs are a problem and the guys in the US use JB Weld to strengthen the tabs.

I have some metal weld putty (Knead It, Steel) that I will put on mine when it comes back (eventually).

A bit annoying a $1700 rifle needs this though.

Its a 38 spcl.

In Aust I cant get a licence for over 38cal (pistols) until I have completed my probation period (12 mths). So I am getting two 357 Uberti El Patrons and got the 1866 to match so I am only reloading one type of ammo for my rifle and pistols.

I desperately want an 1874 Sharps but cant afford the $3k plus for a US made one (+ shipping to Aust, if I can get it sent). Pedersoli and Uberti have agents in Australia so I will be looking at them for around $2300/$2500 ish.

Any thoughts on Uberti V's Pedersoli?

I don't think I will be getting quite the full sweep you mention.