• J. Harder, # 285   Lock Haven, PA 1838-1860

    A very nice ½ stock percussion rifle built in Lock Haven by the J. Harder Co. The rifle has a 32” 50 cal. barrel that was recently re-cut by bobby Hoyt from 45 cal. to 50 cal. This rifle is very accurate and certainly safe to shoot. It has a […]

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  • John Fleeger, smooth rifle, 1840-1850

    A rather unusual Western Pennsylvania Smooth rifle by noted maker John Fleeger. Fleeger is most noted for his exceptional engraving and ornate rifles made in the Pittsburgh area. This gun is stamped J. Fleeger, Allegeny, and was apparently built as a utilitarian gun for less affluent customers. The gun has […]

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  • Stoffel Long, percussion rifle 1830-1840

    This unsigned rifle is reliably attributed to Stoffel Long by several knowledgeable KRA members. This rifle was built with a percussion patent breech. It has a well-fitting percussion lock that is likely a replacement for the original lock. The barrel is 43 1/2″ long, is deeply rifled, and retains the […]

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