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Dodge City, Kansas Sharps Model 1874 44-77
Guns International #: 103430759 Seller's Inventory #:
Category: Sharps Rifles - Antique - Antique Rifles - Single Shot
Seller's Information
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Seller: sethcd96
Member Since: 2/9/23
First Name: Seth
State: West Virginia
Country: United States
Number of Active Listings: 2
Total Number of Listings: 24
Seller: Private Seller
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: USPS Money Order, Money Order, or Certified Check
Description:
This is a Sharps Model 1874 that can be traced to Dodge City, Kansas in the early to mid 1870s. Dodge City was not only the home of names such as Bat Masterson and Wyatt Earp, but also to those seeking fortune in the buffalo hunts.
This rifle does have unmatched serial numbers: 155201/152954. This appears to be consistent with other examples, such as the Sharps Model 1874 of buffalo hunter Doc Zahl which was also a Kansas gun. It is believed that this occurred as barrels were swapped in the field or as other parts failed. In looking at the appearance and patina of this rifle, it is clear that it has been in its current configuration for a very long time, and displays the common gouges in the wood forearm associated with using shooting sticks. As for the serial numbers themselves, 155201 traces to a Model 1874 that seemingly went back and forth from the factory on multiple occasions in 1875 and 1876; potentially this serial number ended up as parts. 152954 traces to a Model 1874 that was shipped to F. C. Zimmerman of Dodge City, Kansas in 1872; it could have been swapped from another rifle, or perhaps a replacement from the factory. The Sharps factory letter confirming this information is included with this rifle.
On to the rifle itself. It is in overall good condition considering it spent years on the plains. The 30 inch octagon barrel is chambered for the infamous 44-77 cartridge, and retains visible rifling that has been dulled from black powder usage. The action and set triggers function as they should; firing pin is intact. From what I can tell, it was refinished in the period, likely when the receiver and barrel came together; this can be determined by the methods they used to refinish the metal parts, which now have a nice consistent dark patina. The wood is solid despite the bumps and bruises.
It is certainly an interesting piece of American history; if only it could talk.
The payment methods listed are the only ones that I will accept. Fully insured shipping is included in the price.
Price: $5,950.00
Antique: Yes
Rifle Caliber: .44-77