November 15 & 16, 2022 Extraordinary Firearms & Militaria
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 11/15/2022
Jacob Metzger Senior worked originally in Lancaster, Pennsylvania then moved to Frederick Town, Maryland, with working dates circa 1765 to 1837. A later petite example of Metzger's work exhibited by Mr. Hartzler at the 2021 Kentucky Rifle Association with him winning the Top Educational Award. Rifle has 42 - 3/4" octagon .41 caliber rifled barrel with rifle sights. Barrel is stamped "J. METZGER". Rifle appears to be a reconversion to flint and controlled with a single trigger. Curly maple stock with brass hardware. 6 coin silver inlays including barrel escutcheon plates, silver thumbpiece, and engraved oval plate with Federal Eagle on cheek. Incised carved floral molding line. Brass engraved 4 piece patchbox with 5 piercings and Maryland style bell tower finial. Comes with hardwood ramrod and consignor research packet. CONDITION: Metal has turned to a silvery brown patina with brass having a pleasing aged patina. Wood has some shrinkage around lock with well-hidden repair above lock (burnout repair). Small chips missing along forestock. Replacement lock and gun has been reconverted to flint. Dark sharp rifling and soft mechanics. A nice looking gun! DLM