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14-01-2023, 09:26 PM #4
akaroa1

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Originally Posted by gundoc

I have a .52" Sharps 1853 carbine, still original with an excellent bore. It is ex US Dragoons and was issued on the Pacific Coast for service against the Indians in the mid 1850's. The stock has marks and minor bruises from the saddle in arc on the left side of the butt. I will make some paper cartridges for it when I can find a correct .52" mould. The Sharps are neat and well-made guns.
Attachment 214538 Attachment 214541

Well generally I'm not into military single shots
But the quality of the sharps despite it being made during the war is superb
Inside the lock is a joy to see
Beautifully finished screws and lock parts
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