1878 Sharps Borchardt

1878 Sharps Borchardt .38-55, admired for their strength and accuracy; reputed to be the strongest action ever made in the 20th Century. This specimen underwent a total transformation by master engraver Jim Blair that just oozes craftsmanship. This exact rifle is featured on ********************* Raised and sculptured majestic gold eagles adorn this Sharps. Detailed game scenes include an eagle bearing down on a rabbit, a fish in an eagle's talons and a flush bald eagle. Tasteful scroll engraving throughout, buffalo horn inlays, case color hardening, fire blued appointments. Chambered in .38-55 with an octagonal barrel, double set trigger in unfired condition. Includes tang sight, from hooded sight with spirit level, cleaning rod and Winchester loading tool. Case also holds an ivory handled hunting knife along with a cleaning will be the centerpiece of your collection as you display it in its own wood case with leather trim. The artist was so detailed and forward thinking that the tool's handles are made from the same wood as the rifle's stock and forend. Very clever. A pick up and drool rifle - you will stare at this all day long.