This article first appeared in the Stars and Stripes Europe edition, Sep. 6, 1947. It is republished unedited in its original form. Grafenwohr, Sept. 5 — Maj. Thomas J. Sharpe, of the 1st Constab.
Early & developmental Sharps metallic and cartridge firearms -- Sharps Model 1867 & Model 1868 carbines and rifles -- Springfield-Sharps Model 1870 trials rifles & carbines -- Sharps Model 1869 ...
Andi Bogard takes a look at the classic actions and platforms that laid the foundation for today’s hunting rifles.