SHARPS MODEL 1863 MILITARY RIFLE.

SHARPS MODEL 1863 MILITARY RIFLE. SN C34881. Cal. 52. You are bidding on a fine example of a popular Civil war Sharps 3-band rifle that retains much of its orig finish. The bbl on this gun has a nearly mint bore and retains most of its orig blue finish. This gun conforms to other Civil War military Sharps rifles with 30″ rnd bbl, full forend stock with 3 spring retained bands, iron furniture including patchbox and bbl adapted for socket type bayonet. Bbl is marked “NEW MODEL 1863” and rifle has other bbl lock and frame markings typically found on this model. CONDITION: Bbl retains about 60% of its bright blue finish, though thinning and darkening overall. Bbl & rear sight markings are crisp and well defined. Frame and lock have traces of muted case color with balance being silver/gray with staining and pitting. Markings on lock and frame are well defined. Other metal parts are smooth with silver/gray patina. Sub-inspector marks are found on several parts. An inspection “M.N.M” is found on bbl and 3 initial inspector cartouches are found on stock. Stocks have been varnished and contain numerous small dings, dents and scratches. Inspector cartouches are well struck, but varnish obscures details as can be seen in photos. There is a pair of initials “AB” carved in monogram in top of butt stock comb, possibly denoting the soldier who carried this rifle. 4-49596 JS82 (4,000-6,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013

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
	2269	$5,175.00	SHARPS MODEL 1863 MILITARY RIFLE. SN C34881. Cal. 52. You are bidding on a fine example of a popular Civil war Sharps 3-band rifle that retains much of its orig finish. The bbl on this gun has a nearly mint bore and retains most of its orig blue finish. This gun conforms to other Civil War military Sharps rifles with 30″ rnd bbl, full forend stock with 3 spring retained bands, iron furniture including patchbox and bbl adapted for socket type bayonet. Bbl is marked “NEW MODEL 1863” and rifle has other bbl lock and frame markings typically found on this model. CONDITION: Bbl retains about 60% of its bright blue finish, though thinning and darkening overall. Bbl & rear sight markings are crisp and well defined. Frame and lock have traces of muted case color with balance being silver/gray with staining and pitting. Markings on lock and frame are well defined. Other metal parts are smooth with silver/gray patina. Sub-inspector marks are found on several parts. An inspection “M.N.M” is found on bbl and 3 initial inspector cartouches are found on stock. Stocks have been varnished and contain numerous small dings, dents and scratches. Inspector cartouches are well struck, but varnish obscures details as can be seen in photos. There is a pair of initials “AB” carved in monogram in top of butt stock comb, possibly denoting the soldier who carried this rifle. 4-49596 JS82 (4,000-6,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2013 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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