S#: NSN | 40.5" Octagonal Barrel | Approx. .62 Caliber (20 Gauge). Possibly Smooth bore measures 15.8mm (.622 inches) | Fine antique full-stock Kentucky percussion rifle featuring an exceptionally well-figured tiger/curly maple stock with bold striping extending virtually the entire length of the rifle. Long heavy octagonal barrel with fixed sights and faint script letter signsture on the barrel flat that are difficult to decipher but may be “J B”. Features an engraved percussion lock and hammer with scrollwork and game-scene decoration, double-set triggers, brass trigger guard with pronounced finger spur, brass buttplate, brass ramrod pipes, and wooden ramrod. Stock incorporates a raised cheekpiece and displays particularly attractive figure through the butt, wrist, and full-length forearm. A visually striking and considerably more ornate example than the typical plain utilitarian Kentucky percussion rifle. |||| CONDITION: Very Good. Attractive striped wood stock with a repaired crack along the upper left side. Wood remains solid and in good shape. Metal exhibits a darkened gray antique patina with faint markings. Includes a ramrod that extends slightly beyond the muzzle. Overall presents very well. Mechanically functions. Hammer holds at one cocked position with good spring tension and releases with trigger pull ||||| CLASS: BLACKPOWDER