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Lot #3292

Lot 3291: Civil War Era Sharps New Model 1859 Percussion Carbine

Civil War Era Sharps New Model 1859 Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 4, 2025

Lot 3291: Civil War Era Sharps New Model 1859 Percussion Carbine

Civil War Era Sharps New Model 1859 Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

Auction Location: Bedford, TX

Auction Date: May 4, 2025

Estimated Price: $1,800 - $2,750
Price Realized:
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Civil War Era Sharps New Model 1859 Breech Loading Percussion Saddle Ring Carbine

Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
Model: New Model 1859
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 52
Barrel: 22 inch round
Finish: blue/casehardened
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 352
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Catalog Page: 196
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: The bore is partially darkened with distinct rifling.
Description:

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.

Rating Definition:

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.



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