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SHARPS FIREARMS: Model 1878 “Borchardt Patent” Rifles and other Sharps Models
by Roy Marcot, Ron Paxton and Edward W. Marron, Jr.
This final Volume IV of this series on the complete history of Sharps Firearms is final book of the four-volume set and covers all of the various Sharps Model 1878 rifles and carbines under the Borchardt patent, as well as the line-throwing guns, double-barreled shotguns, and Sharps & Hankins rifles and carbines. Also discussed are the modern Sharps firearms that have reached their own special collector and shooters’ interest.
In the 21 chapters of this book, those different configurations, with superior photography by Ron Paxton, are explored in great detail. This reviewer, a fan of Sharps firearms, was surprised at the number of different variations of the Borchardt rifle that were offered, some very rarely produced or seen today. This model could be very interesting to collect because there are so many variations, relatively speaking, that are “out there.”
Many of the chapters were supported by experts and owners of examples of Model 1878 rifles and carbines. The information, in addition to the excellent photographs within this book, make it an invaluable resource for those interested in Sharps firearms and also to those with desire to learn more about the Model 1878 Borchardt patent rifles.
There are interesting period photographs of men with their Borchardt Patent rifles and carbines. There are also some very special finishes and ownerships of significant rifles that are well illustrated and discussed.
This book is endorsed by both the American Society of Arms Collectors as well as the Sharps Collector Association. It includes a very well-done embossed color dust cover that really shows off this book. It is printed on heavy stock, the photographs all in very clear color. This is really a fine work on the subject, and with the other three volumes, represents the most complete history of the Sharps Rifle Company.
The Standard hardbound edition is priced at $125, postpaid. A limited number of the Special Deluxe Edition, leather bound with gilt page edges, page ribbon and leather slip case, is priced at $195 postpaid.
Mail check (made out to Northwood Heritage Press) to: Roy A. Marcot, 4680 Placita Casa Sevilla, Marana, AZ 85658
Questions regarding ordering: Call Roy Marcot at (520) 906-0716 or email him at roymarcot@msn.com.
Gun clubs and other organizations can seek special book pricing.
Reviewed by Frank Graves
www.gunandswordcollector.com
August 2024 MAN AT ARMS
