Originally a Civil War Sharps New Model 1859 carbine that has been converted to a breech loading shotgun, likely in the post-Civil War era due to a surplus of these weapons and the popularity of shotguns out West. The "NEW MODEL 1859" marked barrel is converted to smoothbore and measures at approximately 28 gauge, with a period modified reshaped blade front sight and standard ladder rear sight. Left side mounted sling bar and ring. Absent pellet primer internals (does not otherwise affect functionality of the gun).

Fair as period converted to smoothbore and with frontier character, exhibiting smooth brown patina overall, evidence of old refinished blue finish, some areas of light to moderate pitting, and defined markings in the metal. Wood is also good as sanded and re-oiled, with scattered dents and scratches, and a few chipped edges. Mechanically excellent. Period modified front sight, modern replacement percussion nipple.