{"product_id":"original-u-s-sharps-model-1a-22-rimfire-4-barrel-pepperbox-pistol-with-fully-intact-nickel-plating-and-ornate-gutta-percha-grips-serial-55760","title":"Original U.S. Sharps Model 1A .22 Rimfire 4 Barrel Pepperbox Pistol with Fully Intact Nickel Plating and Ornate Gutta Percha Grips - Serial 55760","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 .22 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 lovely decorative \u003cstrong\u003egutta percha grips\u003c\/strong\u003e on this example. These were also originally made with the brass frame nickel plated, which is usually completely worn away, however on this pistol it is \u003cstrong\u003eFULLY INTACT!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe barrel is slid forward for reloading by pushing down the button on the bottom of the frame and sliding the barrel forwards. The bottom of the grip frame is marked with serial number \u003cstrong\u003e55760\u003c\/strong\u003e, however the underside of the barrel is marked with serial number \u003cstrong\u003e17726\u003c\/strong\u003e on the dovetail, so the barrel assembly was swapped out at some point. There were several variations on this pistol, including some in .32RF with a longer barrel. This is the model 1A, with the shorter 2 1\/2 inch barrel assembly in .22RF Short, light and very concealable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pistol is also marked on both sides of the brass frame with the address and patent information in circles around the hammer axis screw. 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:\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 on the barrel cluster exterior is a gray patina, having faded from the original blued finish from cleaning, though there is still some of the original finish in the flutes between the barrels. The frame is plating is excellent, with only a bit of wear through on the top of the frame from the barrel assembly rubbing against that area. The flat bottom grip is very nice, with two lovely decorative composition \"gutta percha\" hard rubber grip scales. Both are in very good condition, with just a bit of rounding and light chipping on the bottom corners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe advance lever for the rotating firing pin works great on this example, and we did not notice any failures to advance or other mechanical issues. The hammer has both half and full cock positions present, though it does not hold at half cock. The bores on the barrels are all clear, and all are in good condition, showing a partly bright finish with clear lands and grooves. There is some past fouling and oxidation, now removed, so the gun looks to have been well cared for. The barrel slides forward correctly when the button under the front frame is depressed, and then correctly locks back into place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting stepping stone in 19th Century American firearms. In very good collectible 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: .22 Rimfire Short\u003cbr\u003eAmmunition Type: Rimfire Cartridge\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBarrel Length: 2 1\/2 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOverall Length: 5 inches\u003cbr\u003eAction: Single\u003cbr\u003eFeed System: 4 Barrel Pepperbox. Rotating Firing Pin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOTE: This gun is NOT considered obsolete calibre, so we are not able to ship to the United Kingdom. Please note that for international shipping, these MUST be shipped using UPS WW Services. 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":44815046279237,"sku":"ONAC261019","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1524\/1342\/files\/ONAC261019.jpg?v=1774458911","url":"https:\/\/www.ima-usa.com\/products\/original-u-s-sharps-model-1a-22-rimfire-4-barrel-pepperbox-pistol-with-fully-intact-nickel-plating-and-ornate-gutta-percha-grips-serial-55760","provider":"International Military Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}