Antique Longrifles – Contemporary Longrifle Association

Signed “H. Deringer Philada”, Philadelphia, PA ca 1820

Hodges, Timothy A. — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:58:16 +0000

Henry Deringer Sr. worked in Easton, PA and then moved to Philadelphia and worked as a civilian gunsmith as well as fulfilling government conracts for military guns. This example has a bit more ornamentation than his usual rifles. The 43.5″ smoothbore barrel is about .54 cal and is stamped “H. Deringer Philada”. The lock is marked “JJ Henry Boulton” but is a replacement. The lockplate has been altered to more closely fit the mortise. A very nice pattern of brass inlay work appears in front of the toe plate.

There is a minor wood replacement at the toe. The lock bolt plate is a replacement but is nicely engraved in an appropriate pattern. Other than the replacements the rifle has wonderful surface quality, finish, and above average curly maple.

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Signed “J. Hillegas”, Pottsville, PA ca 1840

Hodges, Timothy A. — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:40:36 +0000

The rifle partially stamped J Hillegas in block letters on the 41″ .45 cal barrel. Barrel is original length. missing first ramrod pipe and escutcheon, front part of trigger guard, a second escutcheon. Old inletted repairs at wrist.

The rifle has an original old untouched surface that could and should be preserved. This will be a nice signed upper Susquehanna rifle when finished. A good project for a restorer with some experience.

Signed “S N” in script, Unknown Maker, Winchester, VA/ Hampshire County, WV ca1820

Hodges, Timothy A. — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 18:36:44 +0000

This rifle probably originated in or near Winchester, Virginia and was likely the work of a gunsmith associated with Simon Lauck or John Haymaker. The patchbox, trigger guard, cheek piece inlay, and side plate are in the Winchester style as well as the forestock molding. Architecturally it relates more to Hampshire County, (now) West Virginia and may have been restocked there. It has seen a lot of use but retains its original lock; a very good reconversion. The rifled barrel is 43.5 inches and about .50 cal. indicating an early period.

The rifle is in fair condition with old untouched surfaces. There is a strip of wood replaced on both sides of the forestock near the fore end cap and a piece replaced in front of the lock; all of which could be blended in a little better. The tang on the rear ramrod pipe is missing. “S N” probably apprenticed in Winchester with Haymaker or Lauck or may have been a journeyman there. This is a nicely decorated rifle from the flintlock period with old surfaces.

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Two Rifles for $1,000

Fundukian, John E. — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:17:41 +0000

You pay for shipping, including returning my hard case, or meet me at a show. Thanks. John

Rifle with the mule-ear lock has an old-time repair to the wrist with some color added recently. Both rifles unsigned.

A.J. Leclere 16ga, Double Barrel Shotgun

Allen, Robert J. — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:17:18 +0000

This is a museum quality high end 16ga. percussion shotgun with 29″ barrels. This was crafted probably between the 1840’s and 1870’s for a very wealthy individual. The shotgun appears to be possibly unfired. The Locks,Triggers, Bores,Stock, Finish are magnificent. Beautiful wood carving, metal engraving with Gold inlays all show true old world craftsmanship. Very high art.
A.J. Leclere held a patent on making Damascus Barrels. The writing on the top of the barrel in gold is German lettering but French wording. In English we would probably say Leclere Superfine Damascus.
On the bottom of the barrels there are the initials AJL, the number 44 and what looks like a tiny E in a partial circle. There is also the tiny number 678 with a little mark of some kind following it. I have not tried to remove the locks.
My thinking is this might have come back as a was trophy after WWII or maybe later by one of the occupation forces after the war. Just a guess of course. I have plenty of more pictures but I have maxed out what I can show on this platform. Contact me for additional pictures. I’m selling this for an estate and if I still have it in August I will have it on my table at the CLA show in Lexington. The sales price doesn’t include shipping. If you have questions I can be reached at 316-788-9710.

Remington Zouave Rifle

Fundukian, John E. — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 22:15:22 +0000

Fabulous example with sling and bayonet.

.50 Caliber Longrifle by Ken Moors

James Cunningham — Fri, 02 Jan 2026 03:32:37 +0000

Beautifully carved Longrifle by Ken Moors featuring a 42″ Rice “B” weight barrel, curly maple stock with tastefully engraved brass furniture weighing 7 1/2 pounds. Fast and reliable Chambers lock with perfect geometry.

Long Barrel Flintlock 39″ Barrel

Robert May — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 23:11:25 +0000

Attributed to Henry Spitzer
39″ Barrel
.50 Cal
Curly Maple Stock
More photos available upon request

Mike Cox Gunsmith Long Barrel Flintlock 42″

Robert May — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 23:04:24 +0000

42″ Swamped Barrel
.45 Cal
Signed on top of barrel “Mike Cox for Robert T. Hunt”
Curly Maple Stock
6 Silver Inlays
Lots of engravings
More photos available upon request

Herpers Ferry Flintlock Long Rifle (Restock)

Robert May — Sat, 27 Dec 2025 22:31:52 +0000

Harpers Ferry Flintlock Long Rifle (Restock)
Model #1817 lock
35 1/2 inch barrel / .58 cal
Curly Maple Stock
Brass Patch Box
4 Silver Inlays
More photos available upon request