Typical settings: American Civil War films, cavalry scenes, frontier stories, and postwar Western productions.
This non-firing replica carbine is modeled after the Sharps Carbine, also commonly referred to as the Sharps Model 1859. Based on a design by Christian Sharps in the mid-19th century, the Sharps was a breech-loading firearm that stood out for its innovative ignition system and faster rate of fire compared to traditional muzzle-loaders.
Historically, the Sharps Carbine became especially popular with Union and Confederate cavalry units during the American Civil War (1861–1865). Shorter and lighter than full-length rifles, the carbine was better suited for mounted troops. Large numbers were produced, and many examples were later converted to fire metallic cartridges, extending their service life into the Indian Wars of the late 19th century.
Cinematically, the Sharps Carbine is closely associated with cavalry action and transitional periods of American warfare. Film and television often use it to represent mounted soldiers, scouts, and frontier fighters, visually bridging the gap between Civil War battlefields and the expanding Western frontier.
Manufactured in Spain by Denix, a respected replica maker founded in 1967, this non-firing replica is constructed of metal and wood and features a simulated loading and firing mechanism for visual authenticity. It is set safe and intended for film, television, theater, rehearsal, and display use only.
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