Sharps New Model 1859 Rifle .52 caliber...
Serial No. 54548, circa 1862, .52 caliber, 30" round rifled barrel. Barrel and breech are a brown patina with smooth surface oxidation present. Top of barrel rear of the rear sight is marked "New Model 1859". Receiver is a light grey patina with scattered discoloration noted. Factory stamps are visible right side. Bore is has pitting and frosting present in the grooves, rifling remains...