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Antique Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech Percussion Rifle
Guns International #: 101320277 Seller's Inventory #: RJT#5478
Category: Sharps Rifles - Antique - Antique Rifles - Percussion
Seller's Information
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Seller: River Junction Trade Co.
Company: Box 275 McGregor, Ia. 52157
Member Since: 10/20/09
First Name: Jim
Last Name: Boeke
State: Iowa
Zip: 52157
Country: United States
Phone: (563) 880-4588
Phone2: (563) 880-4588
Fax: (563) 873-3647
Platinum Seller
Number of Active Listings: 344
Total Number of Listings: 7851
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: credit card, M O, Personal check
About Us: RIVER JUNCTION TRADE Co. Deals in one-of-a-kind pieces that define WILD WEST AMERICANA. Our collection, includes Historic Antiques, Firearms, and 19th Century Dry Goods, Old West Clothing, Hats, Gun Leather and Custom Gun Grips. To review this item, Copy the Seller's FOUR DIGIT NUMBER from the top of this page CLICK THE BLUE LINK BELOW TO VISIT OUR SITE and paste the four digit number into the search box. This item can ship from our on hand stock or sometimes as in the case of some gun grips is made to your order. You can order online. WE DO NOT CHARGE ANY CREDIT CARD FEE. Order with a credit card or pay-pal on our site or mail check. Before you checkout you will see shipping cost and total. We answer questions. Call Jim 563-880-4588.
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Description:
Antique Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech .60 cal., Percussion Rifle, made circa 1856 in Hartford, Connecticut. Serial # 25083. This was Christian Sharps’ 5th model. The short version of the Sharps Model 1853. 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 26 inch, heavy barreled, sporting rifle. The rear express sight is good the front sight is missing the silver blade. Only about 3,000 were made. It features double set triggers for a fantastic light and crisp trigger break. This is ideal for shooting buffalo at longer ranges. The Sharps pellet priming system has been removed, and is set to use the “hat” variety of percussion caps. The action function is excellently. The walnut stock shows the use of many hunts but is strong and solid. The forearm, however has crack on the underside. Metal is Overall a plum brown patin. All markings are readable. The 60 cal. bore is in good condition with strong crisp rifling. Here is a scarce and historic firearm that is in condition to shoot.
This is an ANTIQUE and can be shipped directly to you in the USA. We do ship antique arms INTERNATIONALLY. Adult signature required, know your customs requirements. Sold as an Antique ~ no guarantees, warranties, or liabilities for any actual usage. If any firearms are to be used for shooting purposes, a qualified gunsmith should inspect them first. Adult signature required upon delivery. We always answer questions and entertain offers.
Payment: Item, can be ordered with a credit card or paypal on our sight . Just Google (riverjunction) and type in the River Junction Trade Co. item number (5478) in the search box. Before you checkout you will see shipping cost and total. OR If you prefer: Pay by cash, postal money order, cashiers check, personal & business checks. We wait for checks to clear. Call me 563-880-4588. Jim We qualify some of our items as eligible for our LAYAWAY PROGRAM. We accept Bank Check, Money order, Personal checks or wire transfer. Items over $1000.00 can layaway at 1/3 down and 1/3 in 30 days and balance in the following 30 days. No discount is offered on layaway items. We are open to offers at any other time.
SOLD
Antique: Yes