SHARPS MILITARY RIFLE, USA 1859

Reproduction of a rifle made of metal and wood, with simulated loading and firing mechanism.

The Sharps rifle, created from the design of Christian Sharps in 1848, was a bolt-action loader that not only could be used as a standard fulminating capsule, but also had a rather unusual firing mechanism. It contained a column of fulminating capsules and placed one on the stack each time the trigger was tightened and the hammer dropped, making it easier to fire. The Sharps was a sniper rifle of great accuracy compared to other loading rifles of the time, mainly due to its high firing rate from the rear loading mechanism and high quality manufacture.

The object for sale is:

• new
• accompanied by a receipt or invoice upon request
• Packaged in original box