Sharps 1853 Slanting Breech (Sporting Model) Carbine (a.k.a. The John Brown Model) in .52 Caliber
Guns International #: 101190614 Seller's Inventory #: 0307119
Category: Sharps Rifles - Antique - Antique Rifles - Percussion

Seller's Information
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Seller: OnMark USA
Company: OnMark USA, Inc.
Member Since: 4/30/13
First Name: David
Last Name: Cochran
State: North Carolina
Zip: 27407
Country: United States
Phone: (336) 215-1904
Phone2: (336) 706-0892
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Number of Active Listings: 9
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.

Payment Types Accepted: Personal Check, Bank Check, Money Order



Description:
This Sharps 1853 carbine is the sporting model which is often seen without provision for sling rings.  The barrel is 21 1/2" in length and the bore condition is excellent to near mint.  The rifle has a brass buttplate, patch box and barrel band.  The metal condition of this rifle is smooth with no pitting which is very rare.  It is in perfect working condition.  This conant gas seal in the breach block is in very good condition.  Sub inspectors mark "S" is on barrel.  Sharps Patent 1852 on lock plate.  Sharps Rifle Manufg. Co. Hartford, Conn. on the barrel.  All markings are clear with no wear.  Gun has the original sights.  Deep impressed arsenal number on buttstock.  Lots of original finish on the stock.  This rifle is in the "Beechers Bible Range" serial number 14644.  It is about as good as you will ever fine this model rifle.  Price is $4,575.00.

SOLD

Antique: Yes
Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Manufg. Co.
Model: Sharps 1853 Slanting Breech Carbine (Sporting Rifle)
Serial Number: 14644
Caliber Info: .52 Cal.
Condition: Very Good
Metal Condition: Very Good
Wood Condition: Very Good
Bore Condition: Excellent to Near Mint