This is an early colonial produced Flintlock Kentucky rifle that exhibits many of the early features that identify it as being pre-Revolutionary War, the most apparent being the wide buttstock, typical of the German rifles that preceded this era. The large caliber and heavy octagonal barrel indicate that the original owner intended for it to be used for large game (or more than likely British soldiers!). Blade front and notch rear sights, with no visible makers marks overall. The lock plate is scroll engraved, as is the hammer, with a high-fenced flash pan and a roller equipped frizzen spring. Smooth full length straight grip stock with a brass tip, plain wood ramrod, unadorned wedges, raised cheekpiece with a floral engraved 8-pointed silver star and touchhole pick, finely carved. Scroll and leaf designs on the left side of the buttstock, brass butt and scroll engraved brass patch box containing a ball extractor. Consignor notes indicate this as being attributed to the Emrich (PA) school. Whatever the case, it is a very nice Kentucky rifle!

Good with a fine aged brown patina overall. Heavy pitting is visible around the flash pan, along with scattered dings and handling marks. Stock is very good with some chipping and cracks, along with a piece of replacement wood at the toe. Mechanically good.