Approximately 30,000 of these New Model 1859 carbines were manufactured c. 1859-1863, per "Flayderman's Guide" (9th Edition, 5F-019). Many of these were widely used during the Civil War, and a large number later converted for use with centerfire cartridges, not including this example which still remains in its percussion configuration. The barrel has a blade front sight, the three-line Sharps Hartford address ahead of the Lawrence patent rear sight, and "NEW MODEL 1859" on top at the breech. The lock and receiver have the standard Lawrence and Sharps patent markings. Small single letter inspection initials visible on some of the components. Matching serial number marked on the upper receiver and bottom of the barrel.

Very good with a fresh appearance, retains strong traces of original blue finish underneath an old artificially applied outer brown protective coating most noticeable on the barrel and rear of the front sight. The receiver retains strong patterns of original case colors showing on the protected area of the lock beneath the hammer, scattered spotting/freckling, and defined markings in the metal. Wood is very good as re-oiled, with numerous scattered dents and scratches, and defined edges. Mechanically excellent.