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RARE Sharps 1853 Slant Breech Rifle in .44 with Set Triggers
Guns International #: 100873889 Seller's Inventory #: 10290
Category: Civil War Rifles - Sharps Rifles - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Number of Active Listings: 1466
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
Antique Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Percussion Rifle
RARE Sporting Model Sharps in .44
Here we present an antique Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Percussion Rifle, made circa 1856 in Hartford, Connecticut. This was Christian Sharps’ 5th model. The carbine version of the Sharps Model 1853 is known for their iconic role in the abolitionist movement, both in the hands of John Brown during his raid of Harper’s Ferry Arsenal, as well as those of Henry Ward Beecher, who said of the Sharps “that there was more moral power in those instruments, so far as the slaveholders of Kansas were concerned, than in a 100 Bibles”. These powerful, accurate and reliable rifles certainly saw history from a firsthand perspective during the conflicts leading up to the Civil War, the war itself, and beyond on the frontier.
This specimen is a heavy barreled, sporting rifle. Only about 3,000 were made. It features double set triggers for a fantastic light and crisp trigger break. This is ideal for shooting quarry at longer ranges. The firearm may also be fired without setting the rear trigger. Also includes the Sharps pellet priming system, which could be loaded into a spring-loaded magazine and used instead of the “hat” variety of percussion caps. The action functions excellently. The walnut stock is in very good condition. All markings are clear. The bore is in good condition with strong rifling. Here is an excellent, scarce and historic firearm that is in great condition to shoot.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 25.5 inches in length.
Caliber: .44 percussion
Bore is in good condition. The firing mechanism is excellent.
Overall condition as seen in photos.
From hunting buffalo to battles between European Americans and Native Americans, the Sharps made a name for itself as a rugged, powerful and accurate long arm for the rest of the 19th century.
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$5000
#10290
SOLD
Antique: Yes