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Lot #4095

Lot 4094: Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Falling Block Military Rifle

Rare Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Falling Block Military Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 23, 2023

Lot 4094: Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Falling Block Military Rifle

Rare Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Falling Block Military Rifle

Auction Location: Rock Island, IL

Auction Date: June 23, 2023

Estimated Price: $1,000 - $1,600
Price Realized:
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Rare Sharps-Borchardt Model 1878 Falling Block Military Rifle

Manufacturer: Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Company
Model: 1878 Borchardt
Type: Rifle
Gauge: 45-70 Government
Barrel: 32 1/8 inch round
Finish: blue
Grip:
Stock: walnut
Item Views: 1065
Item Interest: Active
Serial Number:
Class: Antique
Bore Condition: Slight Darkening - Light to moderate pitting
Rating:

OE - GOOD - some minor replacement parts; metal smoothly rusted or lightly pitted in places, cleaned; principal lettering, numerals and design on metal legible; lightly scratched, bruised or minor cracks repaired; in good working order.

WW - WOOD IS WORSE FOR THE PERCENT FINISH RATING GIVEN

Description:

Manufactured 1878-1881, cleaning rod absent.

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