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Antique SHARPS 22 4-SHOT Pepperbox
Guns International #: 100959497 Seller's Inventory #: 22017
Category: Antique Pepperbox - Sharps Pistols
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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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 22 4-SHOT Pepperbox
Revolving Firing Pin Pistol in .22 Caliber
Here we present an antique Sharps Model 1A Pepperbox Pistol, made circa 1866 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Christian Sharps invented his famously large bore, breech-loading rifle in 1848, after practicing gun-making under John Hall at Harpers Ferry Armory. In 1859, he premiered another unique design in the 4-barreled pepperbox pistol with a unique revolving firing pin, made for 19th Century concealed carry. This repeating design was able to utilize the new rimfire ammunition like Smith & Wesson, without infringing on Smith & Wesson’s Rollin White Patent for bored through chambers on a revolver’s cylinder. This gave Sharps a leg up in the market since everyone else either had to produce single shot pistols, come up with an alternate ammunition and weapon design, or just stick with percussion until the patent expired. They made very nice, easy to use and compact firearms for 19th Century conceal and carry.
The right side of the frame reads “C.SHARPS & Co./PHILADELPHIA. PA.”. The right side reads “C.SHARPS/PATENT 1859”.
The overall condition is good. Traces of silver finish remain on the brass frame. Markings are legible. Grips are very good. Bores are rifled and clean. The barrel cluster release mechanism is inconsistent. The action is strong.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 2-1/2 inches in length.
Caliber: .22 rimfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$850
#22017
SOLD
Antique: Yes