LOT 4093 – SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 CARTRIDGE CONVERSION CARBINE

Fall 2024 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction

October 31st, November 1st, 2nd, & 3rd, 2024
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!

LOT 4093 – SHARPS NEW MODEL 1863 CARTRIDGE CONVERSION CARBINE

01-25917
Cal. 50-70
S#. c,20997. Bbl

22″ round. German silver blade front w/ Lawrence patent rear sight.

Lever operated case colored single shot action has saddle ring & bar on left side. Lock retains the primer feed mechanism. Band fastened forend & straight grip walnut stock w/ steel carbine buttplate. Left side of stock has a partially visible “DFC” cartouche. UNATTACHED ACCESORIES: consignor supplied info showing this carbine as being issued to Alonzo Cummings, 15th New York cavalry. 

PROVENANCE: ex-collection of Paul Eseppi

STATUS: ANTIQUE