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Sharps Model 1863 Cavalry Carbine Percussion Rifle - American Civil War era Sharps model 1863 carbine breach loading percussion rifle manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company, Hartford, Connecticut, 1851-1881. Serial number C, 27858 stamped to the upper tang. R.S. LAWRENCE and SHARP's patent dates to the right side of receiver, additional SHARP's patent date stamped on left side. Fixed front sight and adjustable rear folding ladder sight. Walnut stock with metal buttplate. Size 39” L, barrel 22” L, barrel bore 5/8”