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Bruce Miller Virtual Library - Antique American Firearms & Makers => Pennsylvania Long Arms Traditional Exhibits - (PA, MD, VA, WV) => WELCOME TO The Bruce Miller Virtual Library & Museum ---->> CLICK HERE TO ENTER <<---- => Fordney, Jacob => Topic started by: nord on February 12, 2015, 05:36:23 PM
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Barrel- 40in., .454 bore, straight taper of .871 to .789.
This barrel has straight rifling as pictured.
LOP- 12 3/16in.
No half cock.
No evidence of ever having a kicker spring on patch box. Bottom button to open.
Butt- i.26in. W x 4in. H.
Wrist- 1.15in. W x 1.55in. H.
This is a very light rifle that weighs about 5lbs. "Faux stripes" : Acid etched or tie wrapped with usually tarred binding.
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