Sale 1987
| Cincinnati
| Cincinnati
Estimate$1,000 – $2,000
.40-70. 26" round barrel. SN: NSN. Relic condition metal with no finish and heavily oxidized metal with areas of heavy pitting. No legible markings, including serial number, heavily worn and used. Stock decorated with old red ocher paint and brass tacks, some of which are missing. Adjustable leaf rear sight, dovetailed front sight blade. A great relic example of a Sharps sporting rifle with a fabulous honest, Native American used look.
The Collection of Larry Ness
Relic condition with moderately pitted metal and no legible markings. Wood heavily worn with splintered loss in the forend. Wood with indication of having been wet for periods of time, with chips, dings and mars. Action functional, but not tight, fair bore with moderate pitting and visible rifling. Some of the old paint remains visible.
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Tim Carey
Associate Vice President, Head of Department, Arms, Armor and Militaria