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Sharps Model 1874 Hunter's Rifle

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:1,750.00 USD Estimated At:3,500.00 - 4,500.00 USD
Sharps Model 1874 Hunter's Rifle
Auction Location:

16600 Aston Street
Irvine, CA
Sharps Model 1874 Hunter's Rifle, #161168, .40 cal., 26'' barrel, blue and case hardened finish, single trigger, open sight, walnut stock and forend. Marked ''Old Reliable Sharps Rifle Co., Bridgeport, Conn.'' to top of barrel, with April 6, 1869 patent date to left side of frame. Considered quite scarce with only approx. 592 examples mfg'd. Condition is good retaining only light amounts of finish to barrel in protected areas. Case hardened frame and lever have toned a silvery gray. Stock with scuffs, dings and scratches. Front sight blade is missing. Action is crisp, bore is bright. Est.: $3,500-$4,500. (Antique)