#17 • Springfield Altered Model 1859 Sharps Carbine

Part of Arms, Armor and The Early West (live auction by Lewis & Grant Auctions)

High bid $1,400.00

Status: Sold

.50-70 Centerfire caliber, 22" barrel, NSN. Blued finish with case hardened frame and walnut stock. Blade front sight with ladder rear sight. Patent markings throughout with left side of buttstock showing "DFC" cartouche. Barrel shows three-groove rifling. **Excellent condition overall. Barrel has a dull blue finish with some thinning and very light oxidation frosting. Some handling marks and blemishes to stocks with some bruising and discoloration. Counterpane cartouche has worn away. Frame has dulled to a dark oily patination. Bore is good with visible rifling.** $2,000-$4,000