Sharps rifles are a series of large-bore single-shot rifles, beginning with a design by Christian Sharps in 1848, and ceasing production in 1881. They are renowned for long-range accuracy. By 1874 the rifle was available in a variety of calibers and had been adopted by the armies of a number of nations and was one of the. Added Unmarked 1860 Cavalry Sabre, Starr Civil War Percussion Carbine, 12/1/17 Added French Target pistol 12/3/17 Added Colt Bisley 41 12/4/17 Added Spencer Civil.

Hello, I need help with identifying the rifle I received from my father. I'm not so much interested in the worth as much as the history and what type this exactly is. What I do know is that it is a Sharps.45cal rifle. All of the ones I have found have the plate on the stock and the wood does not go as far down the barrel as mine does. Patent names and dates that are stamped on the rifle are: C. Sharps Sept 12, 1848 C.

Installing Damp Proof Course Solid Wall there. Lawrence April 12, 1859 R.S. Lawrence Feb. 15, 1859( this patent date is located on the rear site) The Serial number is:C,48424 I have attached some pictures to help with the identification. Thank you very much for any information.

The top barrel flat is marked 'SHARPE RIFLE CO./BRIDGEPORT, CONN.' Ahead of the rear sight and script 'Old Reliable' behind the rear sight. The former mark may be a factory error as Frank Sellers notes in SHARPS FIREARMS: 'The careless use of dies has resulted in some odd markings...' The serial number. Or improper maintenance, nor does it cºver the Hutt stººk ºr fºr end. . The warranty applies only to the original owner, providing that. Sharps Arms Co. Has received the Owners Registratiºn Card within 30 days of purchase. If no warranty card is with the rifle, contact C. Sharps Arms Co. And fºrward serial number as well as.

What is it worth? Hello, Thanks to this forum my Sharps rifle has been identified as a New Model 1863 Sharps Rifle Serial Number 148424 and gave me a little bit of history. However, I'm wondering how much this gun is worth? I've been trying to do some research on it but none of the similar guns I have found are a perfect fit, the other Sharps either have the buttstock storage plate and/or the wood does not go as far down the barrel as mine. Any help would be appreciated The patent stamps are below: C. Sharps Sept 12, 1848 C.

Lawrence April 12, 1859 R.S. Lawrence Feb. 15, 1859( this patent date is located on the rear site) The Serial number is:C,48424 Thank you. Servidores Linux Guia Pratico Carlos Morimoto Pdf.

The surviving rifles are much scarcer. There were not as many to start with and many more were cut down or had the wood modified to make them more of a sporting gun. Yours in 45 caliber may have been a fix for a bad bore or unavailable ammunition. I would insure it for 2500.00 to be safe. Actual value would need a closer examination and some more details on the actual caliber and quality of the work.

As a side note Some Sharps had the barrels cut to less the 16 inches and chambered for 45-70 blanks to be used as line throwing guns. • The Firearms Forum is on online community for all gun enthusiasts. Join us to discuss firearms of all kinds, gun accessories, legal issues and more. Photo Editor Application Download For Nokia Asha 311 on this page. Membership is free and we welcome all types of shooters, whether you're a novice or a pro.

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