Reportedly, 850 breech loading pistols were manufactured by C. Sharps & Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania circa 1854-1857. Of these, approximately 350 were this second variation. This second type pistol has a .36 caliber round barrel, lever activated dropping block action similar to that found on Sharps rifles, a pellet primer that is integral with the frame, brass blade front sight with integral notch rear sight in the frame, adjustable trigger and one-piece walnut grip. "C. SHARPS & CO'S/RIFLE WORKS/PHILA. PA." marked on the right of the frame, and "C. SHARPS/PATENT/1848-52" marked on the left of the frame. The serial number "842" is marked on the rear of the breech block and underside of the left sideplate. The barrel and frame have a high polish blue finish, and the hammer and lever are color casehardened.