The factory letter lists this rifle as "invoiced on December 6, 1876, to Sharp's General Agent, E.S. Harris of 177 Broadway, New York City. It is noted as a Model 1874 Mid-Range Target Rifle #3. The calibre was .40 and the list price was $45. There was a discount of 30% given to this general agent." The chart on page 230 of "Sharps Firearms" by Frank Sellers indicates that only four Bridgeport No. 3 Model 1874 Mid-Range Rifles were manufactured between January 1876 and December 1877.

Very fine as professionally restored overall with minor wear and some faint pitting under the finish. The lever trips the hammer when fully closed; otherwise, it is mechanically fine.