Lot 63
C. Sharps New Model 1859, .50-70 cal. single shot carbine, 22" barrel, Saddle-Ring, Conversion, 1864, Antique
Sold
$1,210
Timed Auction
Gunrunner Auction January 2020, 51-100
Category
Description
C. Sharps New Model Model 1859, .50-70 cal. single shot carbine. Serial #79223, mfg. 1864. Antique. Good condition. Post-Civil War conversion. 22" round barrel has an excellent bore. Little blue left on barrel and it now has a "freckly" appearance from clean-ups and spot corrosion. Nice tight action. Vivid inspector's mark on left side of buttstock. Maynard primer system still attached (see photos). Steel buttplate has some case color remaining. Saddle ring on bar. Flip-up ladder sight with 1859 patent marks. Small blade front sight with brass. Gray receiver with some marks gone. Walnut stock is very good. Antique. Can ship right to your doorstep. Gunrunner West item.