Only 6,150 New Model 1863 rifles with front sights doubling as bayonet lugs were manufactured (C,30000-C,40000 range) compared to over 60,000 New Model 1863 carbines making them a comparably rare and desirable Sharps variation. It has the standard markings and features. The bayonet is unmarked.

Good with 60% thinning blue finish along the barrel, bright polished remaining parts with light patina, some areas of light pitting, and general marks and scratches. The bayonet displays a mottled mix of bright metal and gray and brown patina. The replacement buttstock is fine and has minor handling and storage marks. The crude replacement forearm is fair and has some scrapes and dings and some roughness at the breech to obscure a poorly executed repair. Mechanically excellent.