Custom Built Flintlock Kentucky Rifle .45 Caliber 40” Octagonal Barrel
SOLD FOR: $1,050.00
LSB#: WY250128SA002
Make: Custom Built (No Maker’s Marks)
Model: Kentucky Rifle
Year of Manufacture: Modern Build
Caliber: .45 Caliber (Black Powder)
Action Type: Flintlock, Muzzleloader
Markings: There are no visible maker’s marks on the rifle.
Barrel Length: 40” Octagonal Barrel
Sights / Optics: The front sight is a blade, and the rear sight is a notched leaf sight, both in traditional Kentucky long rifle style.
Stock Configuration & Condition: The rifle features a full-length hardwood stock with a slender profile and pronounced wrist, characteristic of traditional American long rifles. The stock is well-fitted to the barrel and hardware, showing minor handling marks and patina consistent with age and use. The buttstock is fitted with a crescent brass buttplate. The stock rates in Very Good to Excellent overall condition.
Type of Finish: Silver & Brass Accents
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright with visible rifling, though the rifling is sharp. There is no notable erosion. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates 9.5/10.
Overall Condition: This rifle is in Very Good to Excellent condition, with brass and silver accents displaying an attractive aged patina. The stock remains well-preserved, and the lock mechanism functions smoothly. The rifle is equipped with a set trigger for precise shooting and features a quick lock time, ensuring a crisp ignition and reliable function. The rifle is adorned with silver and brass accents, including a silver patchbox. The brass components, such as the trigger guard, thimbles, and side plate, exhibit a rich mustard patina, enhancing its historical aesthetic.
Mechanics: The flintlock mechanism operates correctly, with a crisp trigger and smooth set function. The hammer and frizzen interact properly, creating good spark potential. We did not fire this rifle. As with all used black powder firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box, Paperwork & Accessories: None.
Our Assessment: This Custom-Built .45 Caliber Kentucky Flintlock Rifle is a fine example of traditional long rifle craftsmanship, reminiscent of the American frontier firearms of the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The long 40” octagonal barrel, set trigger, and quick lock time make this rifle an accurate shooter, while the silver patchbox and rich mustard patina on the brass fittings add to its period-correct aesthetics.
Perfect for historical reenactors, black powder shooters, or collectors of traditional flintlocks, this rifle embodies the heritage of the American long rifle. Whether you’re looking for a display piece, a working flintlock for target shooting, or a rifle for historical interpretation, this Kentucky Rifle is a standout example of custom craftsmanship. So bid high and bid firm. Please take a look at the condition in our high-quality photos. Good luck with your bid. -K.F.
