{"product_id":"original-u-s-19th-century-sharps-model-2c-30-rimfire-4-barrel-brass-frame-pepperbox-pistol-with-ornate-gutta-percha-grips-serial-492","title":"Original U.S. 19th Century Sharps Model 2C .30 Rimfire 4 Barrel Brass Frame Pepperbox Pistol with Ornate Gutta Percha Grips - Serial 492","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriginal 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 were also available with lovely ornate gutta percha rubber composite grip scales as an option, which this example has!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe barrel is slid forward for reloading by pushing in the button on the bottom of the frame and sliding the barrel forwards. The underside of the barrel is marked with serial number \u003cstrong\u003e492\u003c\/strong\u003e on the dovetail, which is also marked on the bottom of the pistol grip frame. There were several variations on this pistol, including some in .22RF with a shorter barrel. This is the model 2C, with the longer 3 inch barrel assembly in .30RF, for a bit more \"punch\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol is marked on both sides of the brass frame in circles around the hammer axis screw, with the markings struck well and still fully legible, which is somewhat of a rarity. The right side reads:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC. SHARPS \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePHILADA. PA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the left has the complete crisp markings:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eC. SHARPS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePATENT 1859\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall metal finish is great, showing that the pistol has been well-cared for over the years. There is just a bit of oxidation present, and the barrel assembly has been polished bright by cleaning, with some of the original bluing present on the bottom. The frame was originally nickel plated, however as with almost all we see this is now completely worn away from cleaning, replaced with a lovely \"mustard\" patina on the brass. The flat bottom grip is lovely, fitted with two \"gutta percha\" composite rubber grip scales with a lovely foliate design present, which are very desirable. They show minimal wear, and no cracking or other damage, making them a prime set of grips!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe breech opens correctly when the lock button is depressed, stopping once it is in the loading position. This version does not have any provision for an extractor \/ ejector. The advance lever for the rotating firing pin works very well on this example. The hammer works well with a strong dry fire, and has a functional half cock position. The bores on the barrels are all clear, and still have clear lands and grooves, with mostly bright finishes. There are just a few small areas of oxidation, so the pistol does not look to have seen much use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting stepping stone in 19th Century American firearms. In excellent matured condition and ready to display!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYear of Manufacture: circa 1870\u003cbr\u003eCaliber:  .30 Rimfire\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Rimfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 3 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 5 1\/2 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Single\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 4 Barrel Pepperbox. Rotating Firing Pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: International orders of antique firearms MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services (courier). USPS Priority Mail international will not accept these. International customers should always consult their country's antique gun laws prior to ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Original Items","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42046049353797,"sku":"ONSV24SJA006","price":1395.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONSV24SJA006__01.jpg?v=1728525640","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-19th-century-sharps-model-2c-30-rimfire-4-barrel-brass-frame-pepperbox-pistol-with-ornate-gutta-percha-grips-serial-492","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}