Original U.S. Civil War Sharps New Model 1855 Vertical Breech Saddle-Ring Carbine - Serial 61044 19th Century Blade is somewhat heavy and

Blade is somewhat heavy and the length is approximately 26 1/4" and overall length 37 1/2"

The Springfield rolling-block U

wages a battle of wits with his superiors

length from top to bottom 40mm

with having medium center ridge construction

Original U.S. Civil War Sharps New Model 1855 Vertical Breech Saddle-Ring Carbine - Serial 61044 19th Century Blade is somewhat heavy andOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a very nice example of an original New Model 1855 Military Vertical Breech Carbine in . 52 caliber, serial number 61044. This features a later version of the Sharps action with an improved gas seal and vertical breech. Has a nice oxidized patina on most the metal components, with a few traces of past pitting. Bore has clear lands and grooves, with a partly bright finish. The falling block action lent itself