Custom John Vincent Styled Ohio .40 Cal 36” Percussion Muzzleloader Rifle
SOLD FOR: $1,774.00
LSB#: LSB250930KK009
Make: Unknown
Model: Ohio Percussion Rifle
Serial#: NSNV
Year of Manufacture: Unknown
Caliber: .40 Cal
Action Type: Percussion Muzzleloading Rifle.
Markings: The top of the barrel is dual stamped, “D. Aubihl”.
Barrel Length: 36” Octagonal
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade soldered to the barrel. The rear sight is a V notch dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The stock is a single piece cherry with a ramrod, steel nose cap, straight wrist, straight comb with cheek piece, and brass buttplate. There is moderate handling wear. There are compression marks and scratches throughout. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 12” and 13” from the front of the front and rear triggers to the rear of the buttplate. Overall, the stock is in about Very Good condition.
Type of Finish: Browned
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and rifling sharp. There is light erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion, the bore rates at about 8 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This rifle retains about 90% of its finish. The balance of the finish shows handling and storage wear. There are light scratches and minor corrosion. The brass parts have light oxidization spots. The screw heads are sharp. Overall this rifle rates in about Very Good condition.
Mechanics: The action functions correctly. We have not fired this rifle. As with all used firearms, a thorough cleaning may be necessary to meet your maintenance requirements.
Box Paperwork and Accessories: This rifle comes with its ram rod.
Our Assessment: This custom Ohio style percussion rifle reflects the distinctive regional longrifle traditions that developed in the Midwest during the mid nineteenth century, often associated with makers influenced by the Vincent family and related Ohio schools. Characterized by slender profiles, long octagonal barrels, and restrained yet elegant architecture, these rifles were typically built for accuracy and practicality rather than ornamentation. While the maker of this example is unknown, the overall form and execution clearly align with John Vincent–inspired Ohio patterns.
This rifle is chambered in .40 caliber and fitted with a 36 inch octagonal barrel bearing the dual stamp “D. Aubihl” on the top flat. The browned metal finish remains approximately 90 percent intact, with light handling and storage wear visible along with minor corrosion. The cherry stock is a notable feature, showing attractive grain and careful shaping, with a straight wrist, straight comb with cheek piece, steel nose cap, and brass buttplate. The wood shows moderate handling wear with compression marks and scratches but remains free of cracks or chips, presenting in very good overall condition with a compact length of pull measuring 12 to 13 inches.
The bore is bright with sharp rifling and only light erosion, rating 8 out of 10 in this writer’s opinion. Mechanically, the percussion action functions correctly. This rifle includes its ramrod and presents as a well executed custom Ohio style muzzleloader with strong traditional lines, solid condition, and evident care in both construction and preservation. Please see our high resolution photos and good luck on your bid! MF
