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Lyman Ideal Model Sharps 38.55 / 375 caliber
Ideal sharps first issue of the 38.55 Black powder or smokeless powder Shoot up to 425 grain but shot less than 100 rounds of 200 grain jacketed bullet Has pentax scope mounted by ... (read more)
Gun #: 905238724
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$2,000.00
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