Original U.S. Civil War Excellent Sharps New Model 1863 Vertical Breech Saddle-Ring Carbine - Serial 80110 - Unconverted Antique Gun Parts while the sides of the

while the sides of the crown show numerous holes

or possibly post war so that the decal was easier to see

The grip plates are the checkered black Bakelite type

which still shows most of the original proof markings

There is also heavy staining and some moth damage

Original U.S. Civil War Excellent Sharps New Model 1863 Vertical Breech Saddle-Ring Carbine - Serial 80110 - Unconverted Antique Gun Parts while the sides of theOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is a beautiful example of an original New Model 1863 Military Vertical Breech Carbine in . 52 caliber, serial number 80110. This features a later version of the Sharps action with an improved gas seal and vertical breech. The carbine has a lovely look, still retaining much of the original browned and case hardened finish, and the stocks are simply fantastic. Definitely one of the best examples that we have ever