Originally made as a New Model 1863 carbine during the Civil War, this is one of many New Model carbines arsenal converted in the late 1860s to metallic cartridge for use in the Indian Wars. These post-war conversions were altered to fire the .50-70 Government center fire cartridge and completely refurbished by Sharps during the conversion process; if needed the stocks were replaced with ones not having a patch box as is the case with this example, still retaining its buttplate with clearance slot on the right for a patchbox. The barrel is marked on top of the breech end "NEW MODEL 1863". It has a brass blade front sight and carbine style folding ladder rear sight. Standard Sharps carbine markings and features. "DFC" ribbon cartouche on the left side of the stock. With 2007 appraisal certificate from C.W. Slagle.

Exceptionally fine, retaining 85% arsenal refurbished blue finish on the barrel with some light flaking on the left side and light brown spots at the breech end, 98% case colors on the frame and lever with some light freckling and occasional small brown patches and light nicks. Wood is excellent with some light dents and scratches and a crisp cartouche. Mechanically excellent.