Author Topic: ALR Musuem Gunsmith: Jacob Fordney.....Lancaster, PA ( after 1830)  (Read 2050 times)

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We are pleased to present a second rifle by Jacob Fordney. Of particular interest is the opportunity to compare an early work with this latter "backaction" production. The engraving a bit more characteristic of the Fordney style, but not as fine as his earlier family members such as Melchoir.


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http://americanlongrifles.org/forum/index.php?board=205.0


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