Kentucky-style Flintlock Rifle

Description:

Kentucky-style Flintlock Rifle, c. early 19th century, .50 caliber, maple stock with cheek piece on the left side of the butt, brass fittings and patch box, lock engraved with light foliate designs, octagonal unsigned barrel, barrel lg. 42, overall lg. 57 3/4 in.
Estimate $400-600

Stock has a few dings and nicks with a small chunk missing above the cock near the barrel tang, and a small replaced/repaired piece on the right side of the stock near the muzzle, and the lock functions properly.


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