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Guns International #: 103360316
Seller's Inventory #: 257042
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Guns International #: 103360316
Category - Kentucky Rifles
- Antique Rifles - Percussion
LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY LONG RIFLE by JOSEPH GRIFFITH Antique c1850s .38 Cal.
Mid-1800s Homestead|Hunting Rifle
Description: LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY LONG RIFLE by JOSEPH GRIFFITH Antique c1850s .38 Cal. Mid-1800s Homestead|Hunting Rifle Here we present an antique Joseph Griffith Long Rifle, made in Louisville, Kentucky circa the mid-19th Century. Joseph Griffith made half-stocked plains rifles in the mid-1850s for trade in the western frontier. Easterners travelling west on the Ohio River stopped at Louisville and often purchased supplies including new rifles. Griffith was born into a gunsmithing family in Wedgebray, England in 1801.The Griffith family moved to the United States in 1817 where Joseph, his father, and several brothers were employed at the Harpers Ferry Arsenal in Virginia. Joseph later worked as a gunsmith in Philadelphia, then moved to Louisville, Kentucky in 1837 and opened a gun shop at the corner of Main and 5th Streets. Griffith quickly became a major competitor to Moses Dickson, Louisville’s well-established earlier gunsmith. Dickson was known for his high-quality rifles, but Griffith matched him in reliability and workmanship. Griffith’s business grew into one of the largest gunsmith/hardware stores in Louisville, selling gun hardware, a variety of imported guns, and sporting goods along with his own rifles. This one features a very long octagonal barrel. The lock has a game scene and is marked for the maker and his location. Crescent butt plate. Double set triggers. The quintessential Kentucky rifle made for pioneers, homesteaders, trappers, and the like! The overall condition is good. Dark patina throughout. Modestly refinished stock with average wear and stable cracks. Lightly engraved lock. Legible markings. Robust action with functioning set trigger. Hammer cap screw is an old ad hoc replacement. The bore is dark but good with worn rifling. Own the original! This is a legitimate antique and not a reproduction. Barrel is 43-3/4 inches. Caliber: .38 Percussion Overall condition as seen in photos. Very Fast. Very Safe. FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Delivered directly to your door by express mail! Guaranteed AUTHENTIC & Includes CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY. $1800 #257042 Antique: Yes Price: $1,800.00 Buy Now Pay with
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Guns International #: 103360316
Seller's Inventory #: 257042
Guns International #: 103360316
Seller's Inventory #: 257042
Guns International #: 103360316
Seller's Inventory #: 257042
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