CARBINE. Cal 52. S# 3044. Standard unique configuration with leather covered 24" barrel, brass buttplate, case colored frame is stamped "SHARPS / & / HANKINS / PHILADA" and "SHARPS / PATENT / 1859" on opposite sides. CONDITION: very good to fine overall, leather covering is superior to a large majority of survivors with light crazing & scuffing. Frame retains strong traces of original case color, balance silver/gray. Buttstock is fine retaining most of its original oil finish, chipping at toe. Mechanically fine, bright shiny rifled bore. (01-26024/JS). ANTIQUE. $2,000-3,000.
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