SHARPS SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 SECOND TYPE.

SHARPS SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 SECOND TYPE. SN 227. Cal. 50-70. 35″ Bbl is fastened with two bands. Made on new early Model 1874 style action without any tape primer components. Unmarked, except for SN on tang, and Sharps patent markings on left side. Total of 300 were made, numbered in their own range from 1 to 300. SN is on left side of bbl. Left side of buttstock is stamped with “ELA” inspector’s mark, with “L” firing proof at rear of trigger plate tang. PROVENANCE: Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Originally polished iron components, toned to pewter gray, and lightly cleaned. Action and lock retain 80 – 85% orig case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with slight wear. Grain is somewhat open. There are numerous marks, and a few scuffs and dents from handling and use. Inspector’s marks are sharp and clear. Bore is excellent. Action and lock are crisp. A fine example of this scarce variation. 4-45411 MGM58 (5,000-8,000)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012

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
	1695	$7,187.50	SHARPS SPRINGFIELD MODEL 1870 SECOND TYPE. SN 227. Cal. 50-70. 35″ Bbl is fastened with two bands. Made on new early Model 1874 style action without any tape primer components. Unmarked, except for SN on tang, and Sharps patent markings on left side. Total of 300 were made, numbered in their own range from 1 to 300. SN is on left side of bbl. Left side of buttstock is stamped with “ELA” inspector’s mark, with “L” firing proof at rear of trigger plate tang. PROVENANCE: Robert Howard Estate Collection. CONDITION: Excellent. Originally polished iron components, toned to pewter gray, and lightly cleaned. Action and lock retain 80 – 85% orig case hardening color. Stocks retain most of their orig finish with slight wear. Grain is somewhat open. There are numerous marks, and a few scuffs and dents from handling and use. Inspector’s marks are sharp and clear. Bore is excellent. Action and lock are crisp. A fine example of this scarce variation. 4-45411 MGM58 (5,000-8,000) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012 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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