Percussion rifle

G.H. Littlefield

Manufacturer Sharps Rifle Manufacturing Co.

Marks or LabelsCanon : Old Reliable SHARPS RIFLE CO. BRIDGEPORT, CONN., CALIBRE 45; carcasse : C. SHARPS PAT.SEPT. 12TH 1848, C. SHARPS' PAT. OCT 5TH 1852.

Date 1876-1878

Medium / Technique Metal: steel, argentan, brass, iron; wood: flame maple

DimensionsHeight: 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.) Barrel: 76.2 cm (30 in.) Width: 25 cm (9 13/16 in.) Length: 125 cm (49 3/16 in.) Weight: 6.4 kg (14.1 lb.)

ClassificationTools & Equipment for Science & Technology - Armaments - Firearms

Origin Bridgeport, New England, Connecticut, United States, North America

Object Number1983.63.81

DivisionMaterial Culture - Military Objects and Weapons

CollectionStewart

CreditGift of Molson Breweries Ltd.

Status

Not on view

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