Cimarron ARMI Sport Sharps Saddle Ring Carbine 50-70 Rifle & Marbles Sight
SOLD FOR: $1,125.00
LSB: WY241019DB028
Make: Armi Sport imported by Cimarron
Model: Sharps Saddle Ring Carbine
Serial Number: SH6410
Year of Manufacture: 2004 BU date code.
Caliber: 50-70 Gov.
Action Type: Single Shot, Breech Loading, Falling Block, with single trigger, lever lock safety and half cock safety.
Markings: The bottom of the barrel in front of the forend is marked “AC ARMI SPORT ITALY CAL. 50/70”. The top of the barrel is marked “CIMARRON F.A. CO. FREDERICKSBURG, TX . USA TS” with a star. The left side of the chamber is marked “ SH6410”. The left side of the action is marked “SHARPS’ PAT SEPT. 12TH 1848”. The right side of the receiver is marked “RS LAWRENCE’ PAT APRIL 12TH 1859” and “SHARPS’ PAT OCT 5TH 1852”. The bottom of the receiver is marked “BU” and several proofs. The tang sight is marked “MARBLE’S”.
Barrel Length: 22” “Light” Round Barrel.
Sights / Optics: This rifle is mounted with a brass beaded front sight dovetailed to a ramped base screwed and set to the barrel. The rear sight is a flip-up ladder marked from 2-8 with a small notch sight when the ladder is folded down. The rear sight is dovetailed into the barrel. The tang sight is a Marbles adjustable tang sight.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The furniture set is a two piece smooth walnut set. The buttstock is a straight hand grip, straight comb, saddle bar and ring, long lower tang, and has a case colored smooth buttplate. The forend is a thin profile forend with a barrel band. The LOP measures 14? from the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The forend shows lines and scattered small compressions. There are no visible chips or cracks. The stock also shows similar wear to the forend with some discoloration, small compressions and lines. There are no visible chips or cracks. The metal buttplate shows some minor discoloration in two small patches. Overall the furniture on this rifle is in about Good+ condition.
Type of Finish: Blued and Case Colored.
Finish Originality: All Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no visible erosion. There is no visible fouling. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 98% of its metal finish. The barrel shows scattered lines, nicks, and scratches with minor finish loss on the leading edges of the muzzle and where the barrel band rubs the barrel. The receiver shows some minor operational wear with minor lines on the feed ramp and some rub wear from the saddle ring. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall, this rifle rates in about Good + to Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: This rifle includes the tie on leather buttpad.
Our Assessment: The Armi Sport Cimarron Sharps Saddle Ring Carbine chambered in .50-70 Government is a faithful reproduction of the classic Sharps carbine, widely known for its use on the American frontier and during the Indian Wars. With its 22-inch round barrel, this carbine is compact and maneuverable, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a historically inspired rifle for hunting or target shooting. The .50-70 Government cartridge, introduced in 1866, is a powerful round capable of handling medium to large game, and its use in this carbine evokes the rugged practicality of the 19th-century plains.
The carbine features smooth walnut furniture with a straight-hand grip stock, reflecting the straightforward yet elegant design of the original Sharps carbines. The addition of a saddle ring is a nod to its cavalry roots, allowing it to be easily carried on horseback. The single trigger provides a clean and consistent pull, suitable for practical shooting. The Marbles adjustable tang sight enhances its accuracy potential, offering a blend of period-correct aesthetics and modern functionality. This rifle is ideal for enthusiasts of historical firearms, offering a piece that balances authenticity, usability, and the nostalgia of the Old West. Please see our high quality photos via the link and best of luck with your bidding!!!-R.L.
