Manufacturer: unknown (c. early 19th c.)
Model: full-stock Kentucky rifle
Caliber: approx. 43 cal.
Barrel Length: 41 in.
OAL: 56 in.
Condition: Good-antique; wood stock has moderate weare commensurate w/ age; some cracks around the lock plate & wrist that have been repaired; split on left side around the side plate screw and at the toe; barrel & lock plate have gray/brown patina w/ scattered rust & pitting; bore is dark & pitted w/ strong rifling; mechanically functional
Includes: nice striped maple full-stock; brass fittings & patch box; silver inlay featuring a round "Indian Head" medallion on the right side of the stock; some light engraving featuring a bow & arrow; wooden ramrod
Marked: no visible markings on barrel or lock plate
Note from owner: Kentucky rifle, full stock, percussion, Indian trade gun. An extremely early example of the true Indian trade gun, as made by Pennsylvania rifle makers during the 1780-1820 period.

Provenance: Property from the personal estate collection of iconic Texas businessman, civic leader and philanthropist Billy Joe Red McCombs (1927-2023) from his home in Olmos Park, Texas; previously on long-term loan to either San Antonio Academy or the Bexar County Courthouse; this lot is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity as property from the McCombs personal estate

No FFL NICS Check Required: Antique

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