OT: A Joe Keeslar Flintlock Rifle

Impressive - very interesting and the web site is interesting too. Thanks Chuck!
 
Great seeing this. Hardly a more beautiful weapon in the world than a flintlock long rifle and that one is beautiful.
 
What a great patina on this Keeslar long rifle.
Thanks for sharing it, Chuck.

Flintlock weapons were commonly used until the mid 19th century, when they were replaced by percussion lock systems. Even though they have long been considered obsolete, flintlock weapons continue to be produced today by manufacturers such as Pedersoli, Euroarms, and Armi Sport.

Not only are these weapons used by modern re-enactors, but they are also used for hunting, as many U.S. states have dedicated hunting seasons for black-powder weapons, which includes both flintlock and percussion lock weapons.

Doug
 
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