Reportedly, 850 breech loading pistols were manufactured by C. Sharps & Co. of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania circa 1854-1857. Of these, approximately 350 were this second variation. This second type pistol has a .36 caliber round barrel, lever activated dropping block action similar to that found on Sharps rifles, a pellet primer that is integral with the frame, adjustable trigger and two-piece rosewood grips. "C. SHARPS & CO'S/RIFLE WORKS/PHILa Pa" marked on the right of the frame, and "C. SHARPS/PATENT/1848-52" marked on the left of the frame. The serial number "800" is marked on the left of the grip frame and on the underside of the grips. The barrel and frame have a high polish blue finish, and the hammer, lever, and butt cap are color casehardened.