SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 PERCUSSION U.S. INSPECTED BREECHLOADING CARBINE

Spring 2026 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction

February 26th, February 27th, February 28th, and March 1st, 2026
This auction will feature an outstanding collection of items spanning multiple categories including Modern, Military, Sporting, & Antique firearms & militaria! Below is just a small grouping of select highlights from the massive offering to be featured in this upcoming sale!

SHARPS NEW MODEL 1859 PERCUSSION U.S. INSPECTED BREECHLOADING CARBINE

Cal. 52. | 32209. | Bbl. 22″ rnd.| 01-27763

Reattached front sight base missing the blade with Lawrence patent leaf rear sight. Straight breech action with Lawrence primer feed having saddle ring and bar on left side. Brass band fastened walnut forearm and straight grip stock with brass carbine buttplate and rectangular lid patchbox. Toeline of stock has inletted sling swivel. Left ear of the stock has a partially visible cartouche. Well over 100,000 New Model Sharps rifles and carbines were purchased by the U.S. Army & Navy during the Civil War.  PROVENANCE: The Esteemed Norm Greenberg Collection. STATUS: ANTIQUE.