^Lot 17 Early Flintlock Kentucky Rifle, att. Jacob Sees

Early Flintlock Kentucky Rifle, attributed to ''Jacob Sees'', who worked in the Lancaster Region of Pennsylvania at the start of the 19th Century; .69 cal. smoothbore, 45-1/2'' octagonal-to-round barrel, 61'' overall, fancy brass patchbox with a nice aged patina and line engraving showing thru; curly maple stock with a thick butt consistent with early period rifles. Ca. 1800 period. Condition is fine overall, as properly reconverted back to its original flintlock configuration. Aside from a couple of barely visible hairline cracks, the stock is in fine condition retaining its original medium toned period finish. Est.: $4,500-$5,000. (Antique)