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Sharps M-1859 Rifle, PA Bucktails, 42nd Inf. .52 Cal x 30" Barrel
Guns International #: 101137278 Seller's Inventory #: PM 2584-39
Category: Military Rifles - US - Sharps Rifles - Antique
Seller's Information
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Seller: Beaver Creek Arms
Company: Beaver Creek Arms
Member Since: 10/15/15
First Name: Steve
Last Name: Clark
State: Pennsylvania
Zip: 17019
Country: United States
Phone: (717) 432-4113
Premium Seller
Number of Active Listings: 26
Total Number of Listings: 575
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Checks, held until cleared or Credit Card with Service Fee
Description:
This Sharps Rifle is a Civil War Veteran and remains in excellent original condition. The stock has not been sanded and the cartouches remain very clear and strong. All other markings are clear, and the metal surfaces have no pitting or rust. The action is fully functional with a strong slightly pitted bore. An original tube, partially full, of “pill” primers is included, contained under the patch box lid.
REVISION: The "Model 1863" stamped on top of the barrel behind the rear sight is a bit confusing, the barrel is not a replacement. The barrel is serial number matching to the M-1859 rifle. The barrel is stamped "55462" under the handguard forward of the mounting screw. See photo #20 added to show matching serial number.
Coats & McAulay published “Civil War Sharps Carbines and Rifles” containing extensive serial number research. The 42nd PA Inf. Was issued the following Sharps rifles on or about Jan 3, 1863.
Serial Number. Record
55450 Co. C
5545X No Record
55455 Co. K
5545X No Record
55459 Co. C
55460 Co. E
55461 Co. F
55462 No Record This Rifle
5546X No Record
55466 Co. F
Although this particular rifle (55462) was not found on the list it is apparent that they were shipped in batch or crate order and it is most likely that it was within this consecutive range shown. The records were not 100% complete.
These Sharps rifles had been originally intended for the 1st & 2nd U.S. (Berdan) Sharpshooters. These rifles were placed in storage in the Washington Arsenal to replace arms damaged or lost by Berdan’s Sharpshooters. An Aug. 1862 protest by the “Bucktails” over an attempt to issue them inferior arms resulted in them receiving enough Sharps rifles from Berdans storage to place between 14-25 in each company. Of the first 2000 rifles delivered to Berdan Approx. 1500 were issued w/o the double set triggers.
This is a fine example of a rare C.W. rifle with association to both Berdans Sharpshooters and the PA Bucktails. Cal. .52 x 30in. barrel. Serial Number 55462.
Antique firearms, pre-1898 do not require a Federal License. For purchase, a copy of a Government Issued Identification (Driver’s License, Etc.), showing date of birth and current address will be required.
Beaver Creek Arms
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Objective:
As a collector of 35 years and Licensed Firearms Dealer since 1989 I have a clear definition of a satisfactory transaction. I will be paid as we agreed to, and you will be satisfied with your purchase. My goal is to establish a client list of satisfied repeat customers who will recommend me to other collectors. It’s just that simple.
Exiled Saudi princes with secret funds needing change from an over paid purchase need not apply.
Notice:
ALL Federal, State, & Local firearms laws will be followed. I will take NO shortcuts in the process of a legal sale or transfer, so please don’t ask.
SHIPPING:
Normally shipments are made via U.S.P.S. Priority Mail, Insured, with a return receipt. Typical Packing, Shipping and Insurance cost for a handgun is $35.00, and for a Long Gun is $65.00.
Checks are to be made out to: Steve Clark
Mailed to: 380 Beaver Creek Road, Dillsburg PA 17019
Availability:
All items are in stock and available for immediate shipment. Please call or email and an Item will be held up to a week with your Name, Address, & Phone Number. Items marked Reserved are being held for awaiting payment or on layaway. If you are interested in a reserved item, please call or E-Mail to be placed on a backup list.
FIREARMS:
Antique firearms, pre 1898 do not require a Federal License. For purchase, a copy of a Government Issued Identification (Driver’s License, Etc.), showing date of birth and current address will be required.
GUARANTEE:
Your complete satisfaction is assured, see objective above. If you are not satisfied, please contact me within 3 days of receipt. Please don’t fire the weapon, safety, function and accuracy are NOT Guaranteed. Any weapon offered by Beaver Creek Arms is never test fired nor is there any representation the gun is functional and safe to fire. These guns are sold for collectors and only represented as used firearms that must be checked by a competent person, observe all the necessary safety precautions prior to attempting to load and fire one of these weapons
RETURNS:
Returns must be made within 3 days of receipt. They must be received in exactly the same condition with no parts exchanged. If it has been altered, damaged, or fired, a refund will not be made. Packing, shipping and insurance cost will not be refunded. All layaway purchases are returnable for merchandise credit only.
Sales:
All sales are made with the buyer’s full acceptance of the stated terms of sale. All sales are made in strict compliance with all Federal Firearms Laws. No items contained in thissite are offered for sale where prohibited by any Federal, State or Local laws. By ordering, the buyer certifies that their purchase will be in full compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws. All transactions shall be deemed to occur in Pennsylvania regardless whether by telephone, mail, internet or the physical location of the buyer. All transactions will be subject only to Federal and Pennsylvania State law. Any disputes will be resolved in a Pennsylvania Court.
PAYMENT:
Bank check, Personal check, and Money Orders are preferred. Visa and MasterCard are accepted with a 3% processing fee. For Visa and MasterCard orders please provide the account number, code number, expiration date, name on card, phone number and card billing address. This information can be phoned in, or E-Mailed. All orders must be paid in advance, C.O.D. orders are not accepted. Checks, both Bank and Personal must clear before the order will be shipped, usually a 2 week delay.
LAYAWAYS:
A 20% deposit is required. Balance is due in 60 days. Deposits are non-refundable and are forfeited after 60 days. Layaway sales are returnable for merchandise credit only.
SALES TAX:
Pennsylvania state sales tax is 6% for in state purchases. The payment of other states sales tax, if applicable, for shipped items is the buyer’s responsibility.
DISCREET:
Client information will remain Confidential. Your privacy is protected.
SOLD
Antique: Yes