Lot #340 - BRITISH CONTRACT SHARPS MODEL 1855 CAPPING BREECH LOADING CARBINE
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Auction House:Australian Arms Auctions
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Sale Name:May 2013 Arms Auction
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Sale Date:04 May 2013 ~ 6pm
05 May 2013 ~ 10am -
Lot #:340
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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
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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.