One of approximately 6, 686 Model 1862 Sharps & Hankins purchased by the U.S. Navy between 1862-1865. The carbine features the unique leather barrel cover to protect the blue barrel from rust. The leather is secured by two screws at the breech The frame is casehardened with the 2nd Model floating firing pin mounted in the recoil shield. The stock is an oil-finished walnut with a brass buttplate. The barrel has a brass blade front sight (worn or filed down) and a tangent rear sight graduated to 800 yards. The right side of the receiver is marked: "SHARPS / & / HANKINS / and PHILADA" and the left side is marked: "SHARPS / PATENT / 1859". The serial number is located on the upper tang, on the lever bar, the underside of the barrel and the underside of the frame under the lever. The carbine has no visible inspection proof or acceptance marks. Smooth straight grip stock with brass buttplate and a sling swivel.

Very good plus. The receiver has a smooth grayish mottled patina. The leather is very good with some moderate wear on the underside and tight stitching. The buttplate has a dark aged patina. The stock is fine with some minor dents, dings and scratches. The markings are clear. Mechanically fine.