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- American Long Rifle, circa 1810 - 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.
- circa 1810
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American Long Rifle, circa 1810
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.