SHARPS MODEL 1852 SLANTING BREECH CARBINE.

SHARPS MODEL 1852 SLANTING BREECH CARBINE. SN 5117. Cal. 52. You are bidding on a rather scarce Model 1852 carbine in relatively fine condition. Markings are all very crisp on all metal parts. These guns were supposed to be finished blue, however this gun has a brown bbl, we are not disassembling to see if this is blue turned brown and guessing it is an old refinish even though the Sharps marking in bbl is very crisp and show no signs of refinish. Lock and breech show much retained blue with some turning plum. Lever and hammer show small traces of blue with the rest of their surfaces being brown/bright. Stock is varnished with numerous scratches and scrapes but well fit to metal. Brass bbl band, buttplate and patchbox all have pleasant yellow color, as can be seen in photo. PROVENANCE: Peter Wainwright Collection. CONDITION: As described above. 4-38185 JS76 (3,500-5,000)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009

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
	2532	$4,025.00	SHARPS MODEL 1852 SLANTING BREECH CARBINE. SN 5117. Cal. 52. You are bidding on a rather scarce Model 1852 carbine in relatively fine condition. Markings are all very crisp on all metal parts. These guns were supposed to be finished blue, however this gun has a brown bbl, we are not disassembling to see if this is blue turned brown and guessing it is an old refinish even though the Sharps marking in bbl is very crisp and show no signs of refinish. Lock and breech show much retained blue with some turning plum. Lever and hammer show small traces of blue with the rest of their surfaces being brown/bright. Stock is varnished with numerous scratches and scrapes but well fit to metal. Brass bbl band, buttplate and patchbox all have pleasant yellow color, as can be seen in photo. PROVENANCE: Peter Wainwright Collection. CONDITION: As described above. 4-38185 JS76 (3,500-5,000) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2009 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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