EARLY INCISED CARVED LANCASTER KENTUCKY RIFLE.

EARLY INCISED CARVED LANCASTER KENTUCKY RIFLE. Cal. 52. 43-1/2″ full oct unsigned bbl. 4-pc patchbox typical of the Ferree family of gunsmiths in Lancaster, Pa. The Ferree family worked from the late 18th C. to early 19th C. in and around Lancaster. The butt end of this rifle is 1-3/4″ thick, typical of early Kentucky rifles. This rifle is incised carved to the rear of the cheekpiece. The heavy beveled brass sideplate is held with two lock screws. There is evidence of incise carving around the rear entrance ferrel and at the wrist which is nearly gone due to wear. The long bbl tang extends 3-1/2″ into the wrist. The hand forged German lock has been reconverted to flint. Joel Ferree worked very early and was the maker of the Committee of Safety Muskets and his son, Joel Ferree, worked in Peters Creek, Pa, from 1785 to 1813. CONDITION: Wood is curly maple and appears to be solid and complete throughout with no visible signs of restoration. Bbl is orig length with even patina, showing normal wear. Long bbl tang may be a replacement. There is a small wear hole just forward of the triggerguard. 4-32754(12,500-17,500)

Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	1583	$17,825.00	EARLY INCISED CARVED LANCASTER KENTUCKY RIFLE. Cal. 52. 43-1/2″ full oct unsigned bbl. 4-pc patchbox typical of the Ferree family of gunsmiths in Lancaster, Pa. The Ferree family worked from the late 18th C. to early 19th C. in and around Lancaster. The butt end of this rifle is 1-3/4″ thick, typical of early Kentucky rifles. This rifle is incised carved to the rear of the cheekpiece. The heavy beveled brass sideplate is held with two lock screws. There is evidence of incise carving around the rear entrance ferrel and at the wrist which is nearly gone due to wear. The long bbl tang extends 3-1/2″ into the wrist. The hand forged German lock has been reconverted to flint. Joel Ferree worked very early and was the maker of the Committee of Safety Muskets and his son, Joel Ferree, worked in Peters Creek, Pa, from 1785 to 1813. CONDITION: Wood is curly maple and appears to be solid and complete throughout with no visible signs of restoration. Bbl is orig length with even patina, showing normal wear. Long bbl tang may be a replacement. There is a small wear hole just forward of the triggerguard. 4-32754(12,500-17,500) Auction: Firearms - Fall 2007 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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