MODEL 1868 SHARPS CARBINE CONVERTED TO 52-70CF.

MODEL 1868 SHARPS CARBINE CONVERTED TO 52-70CF. SN 52205. Cal. 52-70. 22″ long bbl. Rear sight marked “R.S. LAWRENCE PATENTED FEBRUARY 15, 1859” the orig new model bbl markings are sharp and clear. Lock plate marked “C. SHARPS PAT OCTOBER 5, 1852” behind the hammer and above the hammer, “R.S. LAWRENCE PAT” over “APRIL 12, 1859”. SN52205 on breech tang. Butt plate and front bbl band as orig brought forward from the new model 1863 before conversion. The forend of typical configuration as well as butt stock and is marked w/inspector script “EF” above the sling ring and script “DFC” on left side of butt stock. CONDITION: Overall condition of the metal is very good. Bbl showing a very slight amount of its orig blued finish, the balance of metal turning a patina brown. some staining present but no pitting. Wood is in very good condition, however darkened from its age and use w/a small number of nicks and dings not affecting the operation of the gun. 4-35159 PAS77 (2,250-2,750)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008

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
	2526	$1,610.00	MODEL 1868 SHARPS CARBINE CONVERTED TO 52-70CF. SN 52205. Cal. 52-70. 22″ long bbl. Rear sight marked “R.S. LAWRENCE PATENTED FEBRUARY 15, 1859” the orig new model bbl markings are sharp and clear. Lock plate marked “C. SHARPS PAT OCTOBER 5, 1852” behind the hammer and above the hammer, “R.S. LAWRENCE PAT” over “APRIL 12, 1859”. SN52205 on breech tang. Butt plate and front bbl band as orig brought forward from the new model 1863 before conversion. The forend of typical configuration as well as butt stock and is marked w/inspector script “EF” above the sling ring and script “DFC” on left side of butt stock. CONDITION: Overall condition of the metal is very good. Bbl showing a very slight amount of its orig blued finish, the balance of metal turning a patina brown. some staining present but no pitting. Wood is in very good condition, however darkened from its age and use w/a small number of nicks and dings not affecting the operation of the gun. 4-35159 PAS77 (2,250-2,750) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2008 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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