Original U.S. Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Saddle-Ring Carbine Converted to .50-70 Govt. - Serial C,19385 U.S. Replica this style suspension soon proved
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Original U.S. Civil War Sharps New Model 1863 Saddle Ring Carbine Converted to .50 70 Govt. Serial C,19385 U.S. Replica this style suspension soon proved this style suspension soon proved so popular that the United States Military licensed the design from Riddell to incorporate it into the design of the future M1 Helmet There is a proof mark on the lock just below the hammer