Ridgeway Civil War Research Center, A virtual examination of artifacts of the American Civil War
	Civil War Weapons, all pre 1898
	by Harry Ridgeway

Breechloader, Sharps carbine or rifle. . Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Research Center: Weapon2420-Breechloader-Sharps . Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2420-Breechloader-Sharps.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, Model 1852, slanting breech, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1852 began the series of slanting breech carbines, so called based on the angled position of the breech on the frame. Serial numbers for the Model 1852 generally run 2,050 to 7,500. This early version of the Sharps carbine, available well before the Civil War. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel: SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. Mark on breech tang: C. SHARPS / PATENT / 1848 and serial number. Mark on the receiver: C. SHARPS' / PATENT / 1852. Standard features include: brass buttplate, brass patchbox, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one brass band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, long saddle bar and riding ring on left side, rifling with six lands and grooves. Research Center: Weapon2422-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1852 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-005. Barrel length 21.5in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2422-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1852.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, Model 1853, slanting breech, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1853 played a prominent role in the Kansas struggle and is sometimes referred to as the John Brown Sharps or Beecher's Bibles, it was available well before the Civil War, was mostly bought by private individuals or militia groups. Serial numbers for the Model 1853 generally run 9,000 to 19,000. The Model 1853 was essentially the same weapon as the Model 1852 and continued use of the slanting breech, so called based on the angled position of the breech on the frame. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel: SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. Mark on breech tang: C. SHARPS / PATENT / 1848 and serial number. Mark on the receiver: C. SHARPS' / PATENT / 1852. Standard features include: brass buttplate, brass patchbox, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one brass band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps long range sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Research Center: Weapon2423-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1853 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-010. Barrel length 21.5in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2423-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1853.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion rifle, Model 1853, slanting breech, .52cal. . Sharps rifle was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1853 played a prominent role in the Kansas struggle and is sometimes referred to as the John Brown Sharps or Beecher's Bibles. It was available well before the Civil War, was mostly bought by private individuals or militia groups. Serial numbers for the Model 1853 generally run 9,000 to 19,000. The Model 1853 was essentially the same weapon as the Model 1852 and continued use of the slanting breech, so called based on the angled position of the breech on the frame Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel: SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG CO. / HARTFORD, CONN. Mark on breech tang: C. SHARPS / PATENT / 1848 and serial number. Mark on the receiver: C. SHARPS' / PATENT / 1852. Standard features include: brass buttplate, brass patchbox, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one brass band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps long range sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Research Center: Weapon2424-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1853 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-011. Barrel length 27in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2424-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1853.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1859, brass patchbox, cavalry model fitted with saddle riding bar, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1859 began the new straight breech series of models. Serial numbers for the New Model 1859 generally run 30,000 to 75,000, some overlap with other models, early production about 3,000 manufactured with brass furniture. The Sharps carbine was the most significantly utilized carbine of the Civil War. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1859.. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859.. Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection. Standard features for early production include a brass buttplate, brass patchbox to store tools and parts, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one brass band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Intended for cavalry use, saddle bar and ring installed on left side for hanging from a sling, strap hook on bottom of butt. Research Center: Weapon2425-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1859-v1 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-018. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2425-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1859-v1.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1859, iron patchbox, cavalry model fitted with saddle riding bar, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. Serial numbers for the New Model 1859 generally run 30,000 to 75,000, some overlap with other models, most were with iron furniture. The Sharps carbine was the most significantly utilized carbine of the Civil War, it The Model 1859 began the new straight breech series of models. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859.. Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron patchbox to store tools and parts, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one iron band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Intended for cavalry use, saddle bar and ring installed on left side for hanging from a sling, strap hook on bottom of butt. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1859. Research Center: Weapon2425-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1859-v2 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-019. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2425-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1859-v2.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1859, no patchbox, cavalry model fitted with saddle riding bar, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1859 began the new straight breech series of models. Serial numbers for the New Model 1859 generally run 30,000 to 75,000, some overlap with other models, most were with iron furniture. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1859.. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859.. Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection. Standard features include: iron buttplate, the patchbox was eliminated on some later production, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one iron band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Intended for cavalry use, saddle bar and ring installed on left side for hanging from a sling, strap hook on bottom of butt. Research Center: Weapon2425-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1859-v3 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-019. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2425-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1859-v3.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion rifle, New Model 1859, iron patchbox, infantry model, configured for saber bayonet, .52cal. . Sharps rifle was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1859 began the new straight breech series of models. Serial numbers for the New Model 1859 generally run 30,000 to 75,000, some overlap with other models. The longer rifle was well suited for marksmen. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1859. . Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859. . Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron patchbox, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, three iron bands and a nose cap, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, two strap hooks one on the butt and the other on the second band, rifling with six lands and grooves. The rifle was intended for infantry and marksmen, it was not configured with a saddle bar. Nose has conventional forward sight and is configured to take a saber bayonet. Research Center: Weapon2426-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1859-v1 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-023. Barrel length 30in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2426-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1859-v1.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion rifle, New Model 1859, iron patchbox, infantry model, configured for socket bayonet, .52cal. . Sharps rifle was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1859 began the new straight breech series of models.Serial numbers for the New Model 1859 generally run 30,000 to 75,000, some overlap with other models. The longer rifle was well suited for marksmen. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1859. . Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859. . Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron patchbox, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, three iron bands and a nose cap, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, two strap hooks one on the butt and the other on the second band, rifling with six lands and grooves. The rifle was intended for infantry and marksmen, it was not configured with a saddle bar. Nose has conventional forward sight and is configured to take a socket bayonet. Research Center: Weapon2426-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1859-v2 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-023.5. Barrel length 30in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2426-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1859-v2.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1863, with patchbox, cavalry model fitted with saddle riding bar, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1863, reflected only minor improvements over the Model 1859, mostly elimination of the patchbox. Serial numbers for the New Model 1863 generally run 65,000 to 140,000, some overlap with other models. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1863. . Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859. . Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection, additional inspector marks, on the barrel. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one iron band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Intended for cavalry use, saddle bar and ring installed on left side for hanging from a sling, strap hook on bottom of butt. This is transitional model, the stock is fitted for a patchbox, this early Model 1863 likely utilized a stock left over from the 1859 model run. Research Center: Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v1 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-021. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v1.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1863, no patchbox, cavalry model fitted with saddle riding bar, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1863, reflected only minor improvements over the Model 1859, mostly elimination of the patchbox. Serial numbers for the New Model 1863 generally run 65,000 to 140,000, some overlap with other models. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859. . Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection, additional inspector marks, on the barrel. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one iron band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, rifling with six lands and grooves. Intended for cavalry use, saddle bar and ring installed on left side for hanging from a sling, strap hook on bottom of butt. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1863. Research Center: Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v2 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-021. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v2.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1863, special order, with patchbox, no riding ring, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1863, reflected only minor improvements over the Model 1859, mostly elimination of the patchbox. Serial numbers for the New Model 1863 generally run 65,000 to 140,000, some overlap with other models. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1863.. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859.. Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848.. Serial number on rear breech. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one iron band, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, saddle bar and riding ring on left side, rifling with six lands and grooves. This piece, which does not have a saddle bar or riding ring, was likely a special order for specialized use. Research Center: Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v3 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-020. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v3.html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion carbine, New Model 1863, conversion to 50-70 rimfire, .52cal. . Sharps carbine was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1863, reflected only minor improvements over the Model 1859, mostly elimination of the patchbox. Serial numbers for the New Model 1863 generally run 65,000 to 140,000, some overlap with other models. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1863.. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859.. Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. A new inspector mark in the form of a ribbon was added on the butt once the gun had been refurbished and refitted. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection, additional inspector marks, on the barrel and butt. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, one iron band, hinged Sharps sight, saddle bar and riding ring on left side. After the Civil War, many of the Model 1863 percussion models were converted to utilize the new 50/70 center fire cartridges, the percussion nipple was replaced with the center firing pin, and most of the barrels were re-lined from .52 cal to .50 cal., the new rifling reflected three wide lands and grooves, versus the six narrow lands and grooves in the original model. Research Center: Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v4 . Reference: Flayderman 5F-031. Barrel length 22in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2427-Breechloader-Sharps-Carbine-Model-1863-v4 .html

Breechloader, Sharps single shot percussion rifle, New Model 1863, iron patchbox, infantry model, configured for socket bayonet, .52cal. . Sharps rifle was a single shot percussion breechloader using paper cartridge. The Sharps series of rifles and carbines became the most important breechloaders utilized in the Civil War. The Model 1863, reflected only minor improvements over the Model 1859, mostly elimination of the patchbox. Serial numbers for the New Model 1863 generally run 65,000 to 140,000, some overlap with other models. The longer rifle was well suited for marksmen, Most Model 1863 Sharps rifles were issued to veteran infantry regiments organized late in the war. Manufactured by Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co., Hartford, Connecticut. Mark on top of barrel, NEW MODEL 1863.. Mark on sight, R.S. LAWRENCE / PATENTED / FEB. 15TH 1859.. Mark forward of sight, SHARPS RIFLE / MANUFG. CO. / HARTFORD CONN. Notches on top of barrel and receiver for alignment. Mark on lock near center: C. SHARPS' PAT. / OCT. 5TH 1852. Mark upper lock: R. S. LAWRENCE' PAT. / APRIL 12TH 1859. Mark left side of receiver: C. SHARPS' PAT. / SEPT. 12TH 1848. Serial number on rear breech. Cartouches on wood on left side beneath the saddle bar indicate government inspection, additional inspector mark on the barrel. Standard features include: iron buttplate, iron patchbox, iron loading lever serves as a trigger guard, three iron bands and a nose cap, percussion nipple was designed to utilize a tape primer system that did not work very well and was usually disabled, but conventional cap served effectively, hinged Sharps sight, two strap hooks one on the butt and the other on the second band, rifling with six lands and grooves. The rifle was intended for infantry and marksmen, it was not configured with a saddle bar. Nose has conventional forward sight and is configured to take a socket bayonet. Research Center: Weapon2428-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1863 . Reference: Flayderman F5-025. Barrel length 30in. Details click: http://relicman.com/weapons/Weapon2428-Breechloader-Sharps-Rifle-Model-1863.html

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All weapons listed on this webpage are strictly manufactured before 1898, and are considered unsafe for actual use. These are antique collectible weapons of the Civil War (most are pre 1865, unless I state otherwise) and actual firing of these weapons is not recommended for any purpose whatsoever! Because these are all "pre 1898" weapons, no licenses are required for ownership, but common sense and good judgment should be applied.

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