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Lot #125
Lot #127

Lot 126: Sharps Model 1878 Borchardt Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 4, 2023

Lot 126: Sharps Model 1878 Borchardt Single Shot Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: October 4, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,400 - $2,250
Price Realized:
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Sharps Model 1878 Borchardt Single Shot Rifle

Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
Model: 1878 Borchardt
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45 CF
Barrel: 30 1/2 inch octagon
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1402
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

NPRF - NON-PROFESSIONALLY REFINISHED/COLD BLUE, ETC.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured in 1878-1881. Matted barrel and Overbaugh style cheekpiece,

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