Sharps "Model 2A" Four Barrel Pepperbox Pistol

Your Price: $750.00

Part Number: SN 12304

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The Sharps four-barrel pepperbox was manufactured in several models, and nearly 30,000 of these unique pocket pistols were produced between 1859 and 1874. The cleverly designed pistol fired rimfire cartridges loaded by sliding the four-barrel assembly forward. A firing pin on the hammer rotates each time the hammer is cocked so as to discharge each barrel in turn. Small and pocket-sized, the pistol was easily concealed and natural for self-defense. Some Civil War soldiers carried them into camp and created trouble when drunk or careless, but they are better known as a favorite of travelers, gamblers and denizens of the west. One was supposedly found on Wild Bill Hickok after his death- a handy backup piece at a poker table. It would display well in a grouping of Old West material.

This particular specimen is in excellent condition. Mechanically perfect, the barrels lock up tightly when closed, and slide forward when the bottom screw release is depressed. The hammer mounted, rotating firing pin advances correctly to each of the four barrel when the hammer is cocked. The action of the hammer is reliable; locking reliably when cocked.

The original hard rubber checkered grips are excellent without any cracks or chips. The brass frame features a good maker's stamp and has a very nice original "mustard color" patina.

The .30 caliber barrels a good with a nice grey patina. The original brass bead front sight is intact and in good condition.

The bores show some light pitting, but are otherwise in good condition.

Overall, this is a fine example of a rare pocket pistol.

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