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Sharps Model 1877 single shot target rifle, .45 cal., 34” round barrel, blue and case hardened fin

Currency:USD Category:Antiques / Firearms & Armory Start Price:1,375.00 USD
Sharps Model 1877 single shot target rifle,  .45 cal., 34” round barrel, blue and case  hardened fin
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Sharps Model 1877 single shot target rifle, .45 cal., 34” round barrel, blue and case hardened finish, checkered deluxe wood stocks, #160278. This gun is in overall very good condition as professionally restored;barrel number and receiver number are matching, majority of re-blue finish on barrel is present with beautifully-accomplished re-case hardening to the receiver, side plate, hammer and lever,very good bore, crisp action, “Old Reliable” and Bridgeport barrel address visible; wood stocks have been expertly re-finished; single trigger is checkered; front sight is an adjustable spirit level that shows age; theadjustable vernier tang sight appears to be a modern replacement. Approximately 100 of this rifle, commonly known as “The English Model”, were manufactured between 1877 and 1878 and produced for long range target orCreedmoor event shooting competitions; beautifully restored. Est.: $2,750-$5,500.