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Patent Model, Sharps Breechloading Falling Block Percussion Rifle

Object Details

Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
patentee
Sharps, Christian
maker
Sharps, Christian
date made
1848
Measurements
overall: 48 7/8 in x 2 1/4 in; 124.1425 cm x 5.715 cm
Object Name
carbine
carbine, percussion
patent model
Other Terms
carbine; Firearms; Percussion Fire; .54 In; Smooth Bore; 14; Sa
Patent Model, Sharps Breechloading Rifle
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