1863 New Model Sharps Carbine

Randy1944

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Any suggestions as to how I can find a mfg. date for S.N. 997xx. Also, a nice clear picture showing all parts and descriptions? This Sharp is still .52 Caliber but it is a little rough. I will take better pictures and post them in a few days. Thanks for any and all help.
 
One of the more fascinating things about the Sharps is the Lawrence pellet primer system. It is well worth a "Google". I once made up some dummy primers by slicing off pieces of copper rod with a fine saw, and it was fascinating to watch those little discs fly out and get smacked by the hammer as they passed over the nipple.

Jim
 
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