.52 caliber. 22" barrel with single barrel band. SN: 65177. Blued and color casehardened finish, iron furniture, walnut stock and forend. Single shot percussion ignition breechloading cavalry carbine. Standard Sharps markings throughout on frame, lock and barrel are somewhat weak and difficult to read due to wear and oxidation. Retains ladder rear sight, German silver blade in base front sight and sling bar and ring. According to the Springfield Research Service serial number reference books, this carbine falls in the general range of Sharps carbines issued to the Maryland 1st Potomac Home Brigade Cavalry (#65128, #65209, #65844), although it is not a direct hit. Some initials are carved in the reverse of the butt, some illegible, but a clear set reads NTW.