Manufactured c. 1854-1857, this is a scarce example of a C. Sharps & Co. breech loading single shot pistol. Reportedly, only 850 of these pistols were produced across two variations, with this example being the second type, of which only approximately 350 were made. These second type pistols were slightly larger than those previously made and were .36 caliber rather than the .31 caliber first types. It features a lever activated falling block action, very similar to those found on Sharps rifles, and is fitted with a pellet primer system that is integral to the right side of the frame. The right side of the frame has the standard three-line C. Sharps address, while the left side has the three-line C. Sharps patent date marking. The matching serial number is marked on the left of the grip frame under the grip, rear of the breech block, and is stamped inside both grip panels. It is fitted with a brass blade front sight and a notch cut into the top of the frame for a rear sight, as well as a pair of nicely figured, smooth walnut grips.

Fine, retains 50% of the original blue finish with the balance having thinned to mostly a smooth grey patina and some scattered small patches of light pitting/oxidation. The grips are also fine with light scratches and dings. Mechanically excellent. These Sharps pistols are rarely found in fine condition like this one!