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NICE Antique SHARPS .30 4-SHOT Pepperbox Pistol Guns International #: 101388925 Seller's Inventory #: 21990 Category: Sharps Pistols - Antique Pepperbox Seller's Information When emailing or calling sellers direct, please mention that you saw their listing on GunsInternational.com 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 Platinum Seller Number of Active Listings: 1449 Total Number of Listings: 29828 Seller: FFL Dealer Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns. Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order Description: NICE Antique SHARPS .30 4-SHOT Pepperbox Pistol Revolving Firing Pin Pistol in .30 Caliber Here we present an antique Sharps & Hankins Model 2A 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 overall condition is near fine. There remains about 20% of the original finish, both nickel plate on the brass frame and blue on the cylinder. The markings are clear and legible. The serial numbers match. The bores are very good, sharp and clean. The action is strong. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 3 inches in length. Caliber: .30 rimfire Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. ancestryguns $1300 #21990 SOLD Antique: Yes |