NEW MODEL 1859 BERDAN RIFLE Description
.52 cal., straight breech, color case hardened falling block action, 30 in. with lug on barrel for attachment of saber bayonet or 36 in. blue finished barrel marked "SHARPS RIFLE/MANUFG CO/HARTFORD CONN" and "NEW MODEL 1859", Lawrence patent rear and pinned blade or angular bayonet stud base front sight, many with double set triggers, walnut stock and long forearm fastened with three barrel bands, color case hardened iron furniture and patchbox. Approx. 2,000 mfg. in 36000-60000 ser. range circa 1859-1862. RF=3.