the paper cutter sharps 1858-1863.... used linen / paper cartridges.
the repos are shot with loose powder and ball.
the repos tend to allow gas fouling into the action of the drop breech block.
after 6-7 shots actions get stiff and need cleaning.
i enquired from a local CAS shop if the cartridge sharps did the same he just said "it is good to wipe them out after 6-7 shots."
i have read about this issue and an "O" ring repair that is supposed to limit fouling. also an insert of some sort that fits into the chamber.
all modern repos from american to italian were said to suffer from this problem.
not bad mouthing sharps or the companies....just trying to sort out which rifle to buy...and what will fit the period portrayed 1866-1875.
seems the remington rolling block or the later conversion sharps will do the trick.
here's a thread from the shilo sharpes forum:
snapcap14
Joined: 21 Sep 2006
Posts: 137
Posted: Thu Jul 31, 2008 6:20 am Post subject: yes
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O-ring mod. = bobby hoyt, Charlie Hahn, and a few others. But i forget there names
go to the N-SSA board and ask. They Will know the otheres.
I can give you Bobbys phone # and charlies Email address if you want them.
I think for 20$ the O-ring would be the way to go. ( local machinest can do it) its a mater of geting a o-ring that will fit then have the machinest take 1/3 of the thickness of the o-ring off the back of the plate where it slides into the block.
other option is to carry a spray bottel of water and give it a spray when it gets tight.
for me the best part of shooting the 59's 63's is the paper or charlies Hahns tubes.
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