Following the Civil War the U.S. Government decided to convert many percussion military arms to metallic cartridge. These carbines were completely refurbished by Sharps during the conversion process and if needed the stocks were replaced with ones not having a patch box, as is the case with this example. This carbine is chambered for the 50-70 round with a 6 groove barrel. The top of the barrel is marked "NEW MODEL 1863" at the breech and the three line address is marked on top of the barrel ahead of the rear sight. The left side barrel flat is marked with a "F" and "E.P.R" (double stamped). Lawrence patent rear sight and block front sight with brass blade. The lock is marked with the Sharps and Lawrence patent dates, and the serial number is on the upper tang. Mounted with a smooth walnut forearm and straight grip stock with a "DFC" ribbon cartouche on the left side. The right side of the stock is stamped "CUZNER,". Comes with a plain unmarked cardboard box containing seven vintage 50-70 rounds with "S.A.W." head stamp.