Long Range Target Rifle, circa 1877
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This target rifle was developed for the International Matches held at Creedmoor, in Long Island, New York. These competitions pitted national teams from Australia, Canada, Great Britain, Ireland, United States and other countries on long-range shots from 800 to 1000 yards. The sight could be re-positioned for the many unusual shooting positions that marksmen developed for the event.
This target rifle was developed for the International Matches held at Creedmoor, in Long Island, New York. These competitions pitted national teams from Australia, Canada, Great Britain, Ireland, United States and other countries on long-range shots from 800 to 1000 yards. The sight could be re-positioned for the many unusual shooting positions that marksmen developed for the event.
Artifact
Rifle (Long gun)
Date Made
circa 1877
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Guns
Object ID
62.18.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Walnut (Wood)
Dimensions
Length: 51 in
Inscriptions
Engraved on top of barrel: Frank Wesson Manufacture, Long Range Rifle No. 1 Worcester, MA.
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