I'm new to this forum, and hope that someone out there can help me identify a flintlock rifle.
This weapon is approximately 40 caliber,( I did not slug the barrel) full rifle (about 46-50 inches long) brass furniture. Somewhat plain. No fancy engraving other than some light work on the lock. Maple wood, dark. Barrel and other "iron" parts are a dark brown patina, with some light erosion around the touch hole. The gun is functional. It is stamped "Lutz" on the top of the barrel flat. The gun certainly has had use, but is not abused.
I have no idea if this is in fact an antique or a reproduction. I don't know of any resources to see if "Lutz" was a Pennsylvania or Kentucky maker, or if it is a good reproduction. I would appreciate any help in identifying the maker.
thanks!
MikeyL
This weapon is approximately 40 caliber,( I did not slug the barrel) full rifle (about 46-50 inches long) brass furniture. Somewhat plain. No fancy engraving other than some light work on the lock. Maple wood, dark. Barrel and other "iron" parts are a dark brown patina, with some light erosion around the touch hole. The gun is functional. It is stamped "Lutz" on the top of the barrel flat. The gun certainly has had use, but is not abused.
I have no idea if this is in fact an antique or a reproduction. I don't know of any resources to see if "Lutz" was a Pennsylvania or Kentucky maker, or if it is a good reproduction. I would appreciate any help in identifying the maker.
thanks!
MikeyL