Original U.S. Pre Civil War Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech “Beecher’s Bibles” Linked Carbine - Serial 12900 Disallow PayPal & Amazon Checkout After completing 48 missions

After completing 48 missions

relief of General Pemberton

but still are in good condition

- Extremely rare 101st Airborne Division Distinctive Unit Insignia Lapel Pins

much of it in his wife's name

Original U.S. Pre Civil War Sharps Model 1853 Slant Breech “Beecher’s Bibles” Linked Carbine - Serial 12900 Disallow PayPal & Amazon Checkout After completing 48 missionsOriginal Item: One of a Kind. This is a wonderful example of a Pre Civil War Era Sharps Model 1853 Saddle Ring Carbine, usually referred to as the "Slant Breech", to differentiate it from the later vertical breech design. It features a brass lidded patch box on the left side of the butt, a feature discontinued in later models. These are rare in any condition, and this is a lovely example. Furthermore, the serial number gives it a solid link to