Antique collectible C. Sharps & Co. pistol, model 1859 Model 2, chambered in .30 Rimfire, famous four-barreled pocket pistol (pepperbox), emblematic of American production in the second half of the 19th century.


 Identification
 • Brand: Sharps (C. Sharps & Co.)
 • Model: 1859 Model 2
 • Caliber: .30 Rimfire (RF)
 • Capacity: 4 shots
 • Serial number: 6489
 • Barrel length: 76 mm (3 inches)
 • Operation: single action, rotating striker integrated into the hammer
 • Manufacturing period: approx. 1859–1874
 • Origin: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA


 Description
 • Barrels: block of four steel barrels, pepperbox configuration
 • Frame: brass, uniform antique patina
 • Dog: external, with firing pin rotation system
 • Handle: black checkered scales (gutta-percha / hard rubber)
 • Markings: clearly visible circular marking “C. SHARPS & CO / PHILADA PA”


 State
 • Overall condition: good to very good for a weapon of this period
 • Metal: original patina, wear consistent with age, without excessive modern polishing
 • Brass frame: beautiful natural golden patina
 • Barrel barrels: sound surface with normal signs of wear
 • Plaques: well preserved, without major cracks
 • Mechanics: complete (functioning not guaranteed, sold as a collector's item)


 Interest for collectors
 • Iconic Sharps model, highly sought after
 • .30 RF caliber, now obsolete
 • Identifiable serial number
 • Ideal piece for a collection of pocket guns, pepperbox pistols, or early metallic cartridges


 Legal notices
 • Weapon predating 1898
 • Classified as an antique collector's item
 • Sold as a collector's item, not intended for shooting
 • Regulations vary depending on the buyer's country