Original U.S. Kentucky Percussion Rifle with Trade Lock by Joseph Manton & Set Trigger c. 1840 MG 42 Accessories The canvas belt measures 33"

The canvas belt measures 33" with aluminum grommets and shows some minor staining and wear

which were based heavily on the French M1777 "Charleville" muskets

neck guard apron is batch number stamped 21603

however there is definitely evidence of moisture damage

Original U.S. Kentucky Percussion Rifle with Trade Lock by Joseph Manton & Set Trigger c. 1840 MG 42 Accessories The canvas belt measures 33"Original Item: Only one available. Here is an octagonal barreled "Kentucky" rifle, which more correctly is known as a Pennsylvania Rifle. It has the typical curved butt stock used in the mid 1840s more southern areas. It looks to be in . 30" caliber, a very common size for these rifles, and has a heavy octagonal barrel with seven groove rifling. The rifle was built in the United States, most likely in the Kentucky area, using a British made trade lock