Kentucky Half stock Percussion Rifle Signed in Script "W. Hail" in 36 Caliber
Made by W. Hail of unknown area circa 1850. Rifle resembles guns in and around the Great Lakes Region. Rifle measures 45-1/2" overall with 36 caliber rifled 30" octagon barrel signed in script "W Hail" with rifle sights. "RIDDLE/WARRANTED" percussion lock with double set trigger control and brass sideplate. Hardwood half stock with brass hardware including brass oval patchbox with pewter Nose cap. Comes with hardwood ramrod. LOP: 12-1/2". CALIBER/GA: 36. FFL: Antique.
Condition
Overall good with honest overall patina and light oxidation. Pitted bore with functioning mechanics.
Made by W. Hail of unknown area circa 1850. Rifle resembles guns in and around the Great Lakes Region. Rifle measures 45-1/2" overall with 36 caliber rifled 30" octagon barrel signed in script "W Hail" with rifle sights. "RIDDLE/WARRANTED" percussion lock with double set trigger control and brass sideplate. Hardwood half stock with brass hardware including brass oval patchbox with pewter Nose cap. Comes with hardwood ramrod. LOP: 12-1/2". CALIBER/GA: 36. FFL: Antique.
Condition
Overall good with honest overall patina and light oxidation. Pitted bore with functioning mechanics.
