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Lot #340 - BRITISH CONTRACT SHARPS MODEL 1855 CAPPING BREECH LOADING CARBINE

  • Auction House:
    Australian Arms Auctions
  • Sale Name:
    May 2013 Arms Auction
  • Sale Date:
    04 May 2013 ~ 6pm
    05 May 2013 ~ 10am
  • Lot #:
    340
  • Lot Description:
    BRITISH CONTRACT SHARPS MODEL 1855 CAPPING BREECH LOADING CARBINE
    55 Cal; 19" barrel; g. bore; std front & rear sights for this model; breech marked SHARPS PATENT 1858; fitted with a Maynard tape primer; hinged door marked EDWARD MAYNARD PATENTEE 1845; iron furniture of the period; grey finish to furniture; g profiles & clear markings; mellow patina to brass butt plate & patch box; g stock with minor bruising; gwo & cond.
  • Estimate:
    A$2,800 - 3,500
  • Realised Price:
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  • Category:
    Militaria & Weapons

This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.



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