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C. Sharps 1863 saddle ring carbine 50-70 conversion
Guns International #: 101605609 Seller's Inventory #: 022221-1
Category: Sharps Rifles - Antique - Civil War Rifles
Seller's Information
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Seller: Fort-Evans Historic Arms
Company: Fort Evans LLC
Member Since: 2/15/21
State: West Virginia
Country: United States
Number of Active Listings: 0
Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Certified Check, Money Order, Credit Card (3.5% surcharge)
Description:
Offered today, a historic C. Sharps 1863 saddle ring carbine,made approximately in 1863-64,converted to a 50-70 cartridge after the war in 1867. "Old Reliable" as called by the pioneers, union soldiers & hunters who carried rifles like these in battle and to the far reaches of the west in the late 19th century. This rifle retains a substantial amount of bluing on the barrel and a fair amount of case color on the receiver. Remnants of the R.S Lawrence 1859 patient is still visible on the right side of the receiver for the Maynard priming system for the original percussion, paper cartridge firing action. If this gun was percussion, its hard to tell as the New Model 1863 stamp is not visible. The forearm appears to be a replacement (based on appearance and condition in relation to the stock) the stock and butt plate do not match as the butt plate is from a sharps w/ a patch box. More than likely the butt plate is from a 1852 Sharps. The eagle cartouche is visible on the left side (see picture) of the stock indicating the stock is from the Sharps rifle company. The bore is good w/ strong rifling and a few pits scattered throughout. The barrel is 22" to the breach, factory long range rear sight is correct for this model, calibrated to 800yds! Overall this is a fantastic example of a Sharps saddle ring carbine, perfect for the beginning collector and a true piece of American history! Reasonably priced and won't last long. Email for additional info or pictures.
SOLD
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .50-70 Government
Manufacturer: C. Sharps
Model: New model 1863
Serial Number: 71344
Condition: Good
Metal Condition: Good
Wood Condition: Good
Bore Condition: Fair-good
Manufacture Date: 1863