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Lot 1217:C. Sharps Model 4B Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol

April 25th, 2009|Rock Island, IL
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Lot 1217:C. Sharps Model 4B Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol

April 25th, 2009|Rock Island, IL
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C. Sharps Model 4B Four-Barrel Pepperbox Pistol

Produced between 1859 and 1874. Silver finished brass blade front sight, with rear sight notch in the breech, the right side of the frame marked "C. SHARPS PATENT/ JAN 25. 1859" below the barrel group and the pivoting latch on the front of the frame. Smooth spur trigger and checkered hammer, the latter with the automatically rotating rimfire striker. Smooth rosewood grips with a bird's head butt and brass screw escutcheons. Matching serial numbers are present on the underside of the barrel and on the left side of the frame under the grips.

ConditionPeriod refurbished. Approximately 95% of the blue finish is present on the barrels, with a few streaks of gray along the sides. Frame retains 99% silver finish, showing a darkened patina overall, darker in the protected areas. Grips are excellent, with only very light pressure dents, strong varnish, and attractive grain. Action is excellent.
Details
ManufacturerC. Sharps
ModelBulldog
TypePistol
Serial number
ClassAntique
Caliber / Gauge32 RF
Barrel2 1/2 inch fluted
Finishblue/silver
Griprosewood

Item LocationRock Island, IL
Views2906
Catalog page233
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