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I.A.B. 1874 Sharps .45-70 Gov't SN: 43209

Currency:USD Category:Firearms & Military Start Price:200.00 USD Estimated At:400.00 - 700.00 USD
I.A.B. 1874 Sharps .45-70 Gov't SN: 43209
Rifle, Single-shot. Breech Block action. Italian made (Industria Armi Bresicane) copy of the classic Sharps long rifle, popular with Buffalo hunters of the old west. 29 3/4" octagonal barrel. Hooded front peep sight. , and an adjustable, flip-up leaf sight. Anodized brown finish on the barrel. Case-hardened receiver, hammer, triggerguard, and butt plate. Smooth straight grip checkered walnut stock, and forearm. Checkered hammer, smooth trigger. Smooth steel butt plate. Triggerguard action lever. firing pin safety. Double set triggers. Import marks on barrel, and Italian proofed. Adjustable peep sight on the tang. Bore appears excellent/bright, but a little dirty. Metal finish is excellent, with a couple of very minor scratches. Wood is excellent with a few very minor scratches/rubs. Action is crisp/tight. Comes in the original fitted shipping box. NRA Condition-Near Excellent. Modern Firearm.