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Lot 3300:Indian Wars Era U.S. Sharps New Model 1863 Conversion Carbine

August 17th, 2025|Bedford, TX
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Lot 3300:Indian Wars Era U.S. Sharps New Model 1863 Conversion Carbine

August 17th, 2025|Bedford, TX
Estimated Price$1,800 - $2,750
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Fine Indian Wars Era U.S. Sharps New Model 1863 Metallic Cartridge Conversion Saddle Ring Carbine with Carbine Boot

Originally manufactured between 1863-1865 as a percussion carbine for use in the Civil War, and one of 31,098 returned by the U.S. Government to Sharps after the war. Sharps received a contract in 1867 for refurbishment and alteration of their guns for use with metallic cartridges, per "Flayderman's Guide" (9th Edition, references 5F-029 through 5F-031). Many of these were immediately sent back out into the field where they saw continued use with the cavalry during the Indian Wars. This example retains its original .52 caliber six-groove rifling and is intended to fire the .50-70 centerfire cartridge. "E.A.W" inspection initials marked on the left breech of the barrel. Single letter inspection initials on various components. Script "DFC" (David F. Clark) ribbon inspection cartouche stamped on the left center of the buttstock. Absent primer feed mechanism, as typical on these metallic cartridge conversion carbines. Includes a leather Rock Island Arsenal carbine boot.

ConditionFine, retains 50% military blue finish on the barrel, 30% case colors concentrated on the sided of the frame and lock, and defined markings. Wood is very fine, with distinct edges, a few minor hairline cracks directly ahead of the buttplate, some light handling marks, and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent. Carbine boot is fine with age related cracking and a separated section on the strap.
Details
ManufacturerSharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
ModelNew Model 1863
TypeRifle
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge50-70 U.S. Govt
Barrel22 inch round
Finishblue/casehardened
Stockwalnut
Bore conditionThe bore exhibits brown patina with crisp rifling.

Item LocationBedford, TX
Views176
Catalog page260
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