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Antique SHARPS PEPPERBOX Pistol w Sculpted Grips
Guns International #: 101453804 Seller's Inventory #: 6571
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 PEPPERBOX Pistol w Sculpted Grips
Chambered for 4 Shots of .22 Rimfire
Here we present an antique Sharps Pepperbox Pistol in .22 Rimfire, 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./PHILADA. PA.”. The left side reads “C.SHARPS/PATENT 1859”. The grips are sculpted gutta percha.
The overall condition is good. The metal surfaces bear a mild patina. The markings are partially clear and legible. The serial numbers match. The bores are in clean and well-rifled. The grips are in good condition. The action is strong. The barrel assembly does not currently slide open freely.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction.
Barrel is 2-1/2 inches.
Caliber: .22 Rimfire
Overall condition as seen in photos.
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$875
#6571
SOLD
Antique: Yes