The Hess family of gunsmiths worked in Heidelberg and Lynn townships from the 1780’s til the mid 19th century. This example is diminutive in scale and probably made for a boy. It is a rare survival in like-new condition. The lock is in it’s original unaltered condition and original to the rifle. The 35″ barrel is about .40 cal. This is a remarkable and rare example from the Hess family of gunsmiths. Copies of articles written about the family come with the rifle.
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844 Round Hill Road
Winchester, VA
22602
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