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Sharps new model 1863 conversion to .50-70 cartridge, in near fine original condition, showing mos

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,000.00 USD
Sharps new model 1863 conversion to .50-70  cartridge, in near fine original condition,  showing mos
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Sharps new model 1863 conversion to .50-70 cartridge, in near fine original condition, showing most of its blue and case hardened finish, serial #58329. The barrel shows 75-85% original blue. The action shows a like amount of case hardening. There is some scattered erosion and pinprick pitting, normal aging. There are some very bright case-hardened areas on the lock, and a lot of blue on the barrel. The stock shows somedings, large gouges, scratches, and a DFC cartouche at left center and a EH cartouche beneath the saddle-ring bar. There is a light coating of varnish, but no sanding. The stock would be rated as good to very good.The buttplate shows strong case hardening, the saddle ring bar and stud show original bright finish. Some screws show bright original blue. The action is tight, the bore is very good plus and still bright. Est:$2,000 - $4,000