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Sharps New Model 1863, .52 caliber single shot percussion rifle, 30” barrel, blue and case hardene

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,000.00 USD
Sharps New Model 1863, .52 caliber single shot  percussion rifle, 30” barrel, blue and case  hardene
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Sharps New Model 1863, .52 caliber single shot percussion rifle, 30” barrel, blue and case hardened finish, cartouche wood stocks, serial #38415. Refer Flayderman 5F-025. The barrel retains approx. 80-90% original blue, evenly thinning and toning with some slight drifting at the edges, some minor erosion and pinprick pitting, a few spots and stains just starting. The barrel address and New Model markings are sharp and clear. The action and lock show traces of case hardening and light cleaning long ago, going back to patina. The stocks are very good plus to near fine with three sharp cartouches on left of wrist, just above trigger. The stock shows a few scratches, minor bumps and mars. The patchbox shows 50-60% case hardening, as does the buttplate. There is an AWH inspection on the wood, just in front of the buttplate and the barrel shows MNM inspection and other small M, G, and P inspections. The small parts and screws show bright original blue, the action is crisp, the bore near excellent. Original sights, bands and small parts retained, and primer mechanism fully intact. A very crisp and completely original Civil War era Sharps with exceptional wood. Est: $2,000