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1700s Antique German Jaeger Flintlock Rifle with Set Trigger
Guns International #: 100873296 Seller's Inventory #: 10286
Category: Antique Rifles - Flintlock - Antique Rifles - 1500-1850
Seller's Information
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Seller: AncestryGunsLLC
Company: Ancestry Guns LLC
Member Since: 11/3/16
State: Missouri
Zip: 65203
Country: United States
Phone: (314) 707-7373
International Phone: 314-707-7373
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Number of Active Listings: 1073
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Seller: FFL Dealer
Return Policy: 3 day inspection and return policy on used guns.
Payment Types Accepted: Credit Card, Certified Check, Money Order
Description:
1700s Antique German Jaeger Flintlock Rifle
With Carved and Inlaid Stock and Double Set Trigger
Here we present an antique Germanic Jaeger Flintlock Rifle, made circa the 18th century. What is now recognized as the Jaeger type of rifle, goes back to at least the early 17th century. It is characterized by its short overall length, robust octagonal barrel and usually a substantial butt stock with raised cheek pieces and a patch box. This made it very handy to carry and load for the forester or hunter where it originated in the Hesse and Bavaria regions of Germany. In fact, the jaeger was very influential in the design of what is now considered the American (Kentucky/Pennsylvania) Long Rifle. This was due to the jaeger’s use by some of the Hessian mercenaries during the American Revolutionary War, as well as the number of German immigrants that congregated in Pennsylvania in the 18th century. In addition, several countries liked the concept of the short jaeger rifle so much that they designed their military long arms after it.
This example was likely made in the 18th century, whether in Prussia or colonial America is unknown. It utilizes a flintlock firing mechanism. It has a short, stout, 30 inch octagonal barrel with a large bore of .60 caliber. The wood stock is nicely carved, with two hunter’s stars or compass roses, one on each side of the butt stock. The patch box on this one is located at the toe of the butt, and is a brass door that slides out. There is decorative brass throughout, including the pistol grip style trigger guard. The firing mechanism features a very nice double set trigger. The stock shows some handling, and aside from a couple minor cracks, is very solid and in good condition.
Here is a very nice example of a Germanic hunting arm.
Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Modern replicas can cost over $1000. True antique jaegers like this are hard to come by.
Barrel is 30 inches in length.
Caliber: .60 percussion
Bore is in very good condition. The firing mechanism is excellent.
Overall condition as seen in photos.
Here is a great example of an influential firearms design, particularly in the 18th century.
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$3250
#10286
SOLD
Antique: Yes