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General discussion => Antique Gun Collecting => Topic started by: Avlrc on May 05, 2024, 04:29:15 PM

Title: Late Double Rifle
Post by: Avlrc on May 05, 2024, 04:29:15 PM

When I first saw this, I thought it was a late West Virginia rifle, maybe a Benson.  However, according to Summers, David B Buckwalter, 1850-1928, of Antes Fort Pennsylvania, 1870-1885 Houtsdale, must be misspelled, probably Houtzdale, Clearfield County Pennsylvania. The owner's initials are kind of humorous.
https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/177064011_1879-leman-double-barrel-american-long-rifle

Title: Re: Late Double Rifle
Post by: hornturner on May 05, 2024, 05:00:53 PM

David B. Buckwalter was also listed as an apprentice to J.S. Johnston in Huntingdon County, PA from 1868 to 1870.  Johnston was located in McConnellstown, PA. 

Title: Re: Late Double Rifle
Post by: VP on May 06, 2024, 02:03:09 AM

I can see why you originally thought this was a Benson rifle. Very similar.

VP