Original U.S. Civil War Sharps Vertical Breech New Model 1859 Military Rifle - Serial 39756 Replica Non-Firing Pistols & Rifles Many soldiers bought cameras to

Many soldiers bought cameras to record their travels and experiences

often would fire and reload daily

Liner is complete and in supple condition and is the chine strap

and MkIII rifles with rectangular front sights

formerly the 43rd Regiment of Foot

Original U.S. Civil War Sharps Vertical Breech New Model 1859 Military Rifle - Serial 39756 Replica Non-Firing Pistols & Rifles Many soldiers bought cameras toOriginal Item: Only One Available. This is an very nice example of an original New Model 1859 Military Vertical Breech 3 band Rifle in the original . 52 caliber, serial number 39756. The rifle was made in far smaller numbers than the carbine, so finding them is quite rare. This features a later version of the Sharps action with an improved gas seal and vertical breech. Has a nice gray patina on the metal components, with a few traces of past pitting.