Original U.S. Sharps Model 1A .22 Rimfire 4 Barrel Brass Frame Pepperbox Pistol with Decorative Grips - Serial 8726 19th Century and the receiver of this

and the receiver of this arm was casehardened

an accessory for ceremonial dress

It was -- it was beautiful

The locking ring is a bit stiff due to decades of storage

It was however also polished

Original U.S. Sharps Model 1A .22 Rimfire 4 Barrel Brass Frame Pepperbox Pistol with Decorative Grips - Serial 8726 19th Century and the receiver of thisOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is exactly what the Mississippi gamblers carried on the River Boats after the Civil War for self protection. Featuring FOUR barrels, each in . 30 Rim Fire that fired individually by way of a single action hammer with a rotating firing pin. Easy to conceal, these were very popular, and often outfitted with custom options, such as the silver plated frame and lovely decorative grips on this example. The barrel is