(A) FALL & CUNNINGHAM NASHVILLE MARKED FLINTLOCK KENTUCKY RIFLE.

Deeply rifled octagon barrel deeply marked with "J-C + RS - 1776", although rifle dates to about 1850. Long Tennessee style barrel tang. Stamp-engraved lockplate marked "FALL & CUNNINGHAM / NASHVILLE TENNE". Double set triggers. Plain brass furniture including four-piece patchbox, finial with 2 piercings. Partially figured maple stock carved with later inscription "J_C_R-S 1776". Partially figured maple stock. This rifle is pictured on the cover of the June 1977 "The Gun Report" with a full length article by Cole describing the rifle inside. Several photocopies of the relevant pages are included along with additional copies of the photos. CONDITION: Barrel retains a brown patina with more recent finishes applied. Lock has been chemically cleaned and does not hold on half cock position. Wrist has ben broken and repaired. Brass retains a mellowing patina. Ramrod modern.

Name

Value

Barrel Length

44 - 1/2"

Caliber/Bore

.50 Rifled

FFL Status

Antique

Manufacturer

Unsigned

Model

Kentucky Rifle