Only a total of 900 Business 45 rifles were manufactured between August 1876 and September 1880. "Old Reliable" and Sharps Bridgeport address on top of the barrel ahead of the rear sight, "BUSINESS 45" on top of the breech, "2 1/10" on the right of the breech with matching serial number on bottom. Absent front sight blade, absent rear sight elevator.

Very good overall as frontier issued, with original finish, a charming even patina with some smooth gray and brown patina, freckling, and general scratches and dents in the wood with characteristic period brass repair plates on either side of the wrist, each secured with four screws. Mechanically excellent. This desirable Sharps Model 1874 Bridgeport Business Model heavy barrel buffalo rifle would make a fine addition to any western firearms collection!