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Lot 1202:Civil War U.S. Sharps New Model 1863 Rifle

August 24th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Lot 1202:Civil War U.S. Sharps New Model 1863 Rifle

August 24th, 2024|Bedford, TX
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Exceptional Civil War U.S. Sharps New Model 1863 Breech Loading Percussion Rifle

This is an exceptional example of a Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 rifle. Only 6,150 New Model 1863 rifles with front sights doubling as bayonet lugs were manufactured (C,30000-C,40000 range) compared to over 60,000 New Model 1863 carbines, making them a desirable Sharps variation. This example serves as a time capsule, and sets itself apart from the rest, in its own league, in terms of desirability. "NEW MODEL 1863" marked on top of the barrel behind the Lawrence patent ladder rear sight with 900 yard center notch, Sharps 1848 patent date marked on the left of the receiver with the R.S. Lawrence 1859 patent date and Sharps 1852 patent date on the lock, matching serial number "C,34372" marked on the upper receiver tang and underside of the barrel, three barrel bands, sling swivels mounted on the bottom of the middle barrel band and buttstock, single letter inspection marks stamped on various components, "M.N.M" inspection initials on the left barrel flat at the breech and on the underside flat of the forearm ahead of the trigger guard, "E.P.R" inspection initials on top of the stock comb ahead of the buttplate tang, and two boxed script "AWM" and "TWR" (Thomas W. Russell) inspection cartouches on the left of the wrist. Provenance: The Andrew Singer Collection

ConditionExceptionally fine, retains 90% original blue finish on the barrel with some light wear around the muzzle and a noticeable patch of light pitting ahead of the rear band, 80% plus vivid original case colors with a few patches of light pitting and freckling visible, 40% original niter blue finish on top of the breech block, and sharp edges and markings in the metal. Wood is excellent with defined edges, a few light scratches, and crisp cartouches. Mechanically excellent. This exceptional Sharps Model 1863 rifle would make a prized addition to any Civil War arms collection!
Details
ManufacturerSharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
ModelNew Model 1863
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge52
Barrel30 inch round
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views1962
Catalog page197
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