Videos tagged with Sharps Model 1859

This review covers the Sharps Model 1859 Saddle Ring Carbine, a significant firearm from the Civil War era. It details its transition from a .52 caliber percussion rifle to a .50 caliber centerfire conversion, highlighting its falling block action and a rear sight graduated to 700 yards. The carbine's unique saddle ring feature and its historical use by troopers and cowboys are also discussed, with an estimated value of $3,150 for the featured model.