American Long Rifle, circa 1810
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The Pennsylvania or Kentucky Long Rifle was developed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in the early 1700s. It evolved from a short German hunting rifle. It was famous for its long range and accuracy. This well-crafted Long Rifle was made by Christian Beck, from a family of renowned gunsmiths. The whale-tail patch box and distinctive carving are typical of Beck rifles.
The Pennsylvania or Kentucky Long Rifle was developed in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, in the early 1700s. It evolved from a short German hunting rifle. It was famous for its long range and accuracy. This well-crafted Long Rifle was made by Christian Beck, from a family of renowned gunsmiths. The whale-tail patch box and distinctive carving are typical of Beck rifles.
Artifact
Rifle (Long gun)
Date Made
circa 1810
On Exhibit
at Henry Ford Museum in Guns
Object ID
59.126.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Steel (Alloy)
Brass (Alloy)
Maple (Wood)
Hickory (Wood)
Dimensions
Length: 58.5 in
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