The Sharps rifle, a .52 caliber, breechloading firearm invented and patented by Hartford, Connecticut native Christian Sharps. Presented here is a very nice example of the New Model 1863 Sharps rifle that features serial # C,35427.

Rifle has a 29½” long round barrel and a “straight-breech” type lockplate fitted to its walnut shoulder and fore stock. Barrel address clearly reads “SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG CO. / HARTFORD, CONN” in front of rear sight. “NEW MODEL 1863” stamped to rear of sight. Flip-up rear sight is complete and retains light Lawrence patent stamp underneath. Barrel retains original blued color with smooth, clean surface. Bore with is clean and bright with good rifling.

The receiver and lock share similar condition with original case colors. Maker marks and patent designations clearly stamped on left and right sides. Right side of lock features Sharps and Lawrence patent marks. Left side has the Sharps patent stamp. Serial number is visible on the upper receiver tang.

Breechblock and lever mechanics operate smoothly. Hammer / trigger mechanics are crisp. Other iron components match in color and great condition. Screwheads are in good condition and are blued. Iron patch box is in butt stock and also shows case colors.

All wood has original deep, rich color. A few scattered dings. One crisp inspector cartouche is visible.

This New Model 1863 Sharps rifle is in amazing condition.  [jet]

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