SHARPS MODEL 1874 “BUFFALO” SPORTING RIFLE.

SN 156443. 44-90-500 Cal. This gun was shipped October 9, 1876 to Fulsom & Co. St. Louis, MO with 44 Cal. 30″ oct bbl, dbl triggers, globe and peep sights. This gun according to Frank Sellers in his text Sharps Firearms in medium weigh and large caliber “45-90″ was the most popular Sharps rifle with buffalo hunters regardless of modern stories to the contrary. This rifle conforms to other model 1874 rifles. This particular gun has 32” oct bbl address on bbl reads “OLD RELIABLE” and “SHARPS RIFLE CO HARTFORD CONN” and at rear of bbl on top flat “CALIBRE 44” with a “90” (stamped over “75”) found on lower flat on right side. Matching SN found on bottom of bbl and no doubt orig to gun though factory letter states 30″ bbl. 10-1/2″ forestock is retained with 2-screws. Rifle is mounted with 2-blade adjustable rear sight that has Sharps patent markings applied. There is also a 4″ Vernier tang sight attached to tang. This gun is an honest survivor of a well used “Buffalo” rifle that appears to have seen use in the field though well cared for. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Lewis & Leyton Yearout. CONDITION: Gun is very good to fine overall with traces of finish to bbl especially in protected areas. Metal is gray/plum overall with light pitting. Stocks are well fit and retain hand worn patina. Rear tang sight spring is replaced as is screw and front screw for attachment. Mechanics are fine with well defined rifling in bore. 4-53919 JS88 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2184b

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Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2184b	$8,625.00	SHARPS MODEL 1874 “BUFFALO” SPORTING RIFLE. SN 156443. 44-90-500 Cal. This gun was shipped October 9, 1876 to Fulsom & Co. St. Louis, MO with 44 Cal. 30″ oct bbl, dbl triggers, globe and peep sights. This gun according to Frank Sellers in his text Sharps Firearms in medium weigh and large caliber “45-90″ was the most popular Sharps rifle with buffalo hunters regardless of modern stories to the contrary. This rifle conforms to other model 1874 rifles. This particular gun has 32” oct bbl address on bbl reads “OLD RELIABLE” and “SHARPS RIFLE CO HARTFORD CONN” and at rear of bbl on top flat “CALIBRE 44” with a “90” (stamped over “75”) found on lower flat on right side. Matching SN found on bottom of bbl and no doubt orig to gun though factory letter states 30″ bbl. 10-1/2″ forestock is retained with 2-screws. Rifle is mounted with 2-blade adjustable rear sight that has Sharps patent markings applied. There is also a 4″ Vernier tang sight attached to tang. This gun is an honest survivor of a well used “Buffalo” rifle that appears to have seen use in the field though well cared for. PROVENANCE: Estate Collection of Lewis & Leyton Yearout. CONDITION: Gun is very good to fine overall with traces of finish to bbl especially in protected areas. Metal is gray/plum overall with light pitting. Stocks are well fit and retain hand worn patina. Rear tang sight spring is replaced as is screw and front screw for attachment. Mechanics are fine with well defined rifling in bore. 4-53919 JS88 (5,000-8,000) – Lot 2184b Click here to view provenance Auction: Firearms - Fall 2014 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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SHARPS MODEL 1874 “BUFFALO” SPORTING RIFLE.