SHARPS-BORCHARDT SHORT RANGE SINGLE SHOT SHOT TARGET RIFLE

Summer 2026 Premier Firearms & Militaria Auction

August 6th, 7th, 8th, & 9th, 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-BORCHARDT SHORT RANGE SINGLE SHOT SHOT TARGET RIFLE

01-27590 | Cal. 40, 1 7/8″. | S# 17472.

Bbl. 26″ rnd. with standard “Old Reliable” marking. Globe front sight with Lawrence patent graduated leaf rear sight and mid-range Vernier tang sight. Falling block action with plain trigger. Schnabel tipped forearm and “S” curved pistol grip walnut stock with checkered hard rubber buttplate having Sharps Rifle Co. monogram and point pattern factory checkering. Of approx. 8,700 Borchardt rifles mfg. 1878-1881, approx. 153 were of the scarce short range model. Weight: 8lbs. 14oz. STATUS: ANTIQUE.