Homer Dangler Contemporary .52 Cal 41” Flintlock Black Powder Rifle & Rod
SOLD FOR: $1,875.99
LSB#: LSB250902PR002
Make: Custom (H L Dangleo)
Model: Contemporary
Serial#: NSNV
Year of Manufacture: Modern
Caliber: .52
Action Type: Flintlock, Muzzle Loading, Black Powder
Barrel Length: 41”
Sights/ Optics: The front sight is a blade dovetailed to the barrel. The rear sight is a v notch leaf dovetailed to the barrel.
Stock Configuration & Condition/ Grip: The stock is one piece walnut with side plate, lock plate, straight grip, curved comb with cheek piece, metal buttplate, capped forend, two ram rod pipes, and installed ramrod. There is little to no wear throughout. There are a few light scratches. There are no chips or cracks. The LOP measures 13.5″ from the fronts of the trigger to the back of the buttplate. The stock rates in about Excellent condition.
Type of Finish: Browned, Brass
Finish Originality: Original
Bore Condition: The bore is bright and the rifling is sharp. There is no erosion in the bore. In this writer’s opinion the bore rates 9 out of 10.
Overall Condition: This pistol retains about 98% of its finish. The balance of the finish shows handling wear. There are light scratches throughout. There is some oxidization on the brass parts. The screw heads are sharp. The markings are clear. Overall this rifle rates in about Excellent Condition.
Mechanics: The hammer locks. Forward set trigger. The trigger is crisp. 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 ramrod and flint.
Our Assessment: This contemporary flintlock rifle by H. L. Dangleo carries forward the styling and spirit of the refined American longrifles that emerged in the late 18th century, with a full-length barrel, browned finish, and brass-mounted walnut stock shaped around a cheek piece and traditional lockwork. The .52 caliber bore reflects the mid-caliber round balls favored during the flint era for their balance of power and efficiency, a lineage that reaches back to the rifles carried across the Appalachians and into the early frontier. With its bright rifling, crisp forward-set trigger, and well-preserved overall condition, the rifle presents the clean lines and tactile presence of a carefully executed modern interpretation of a classic form. Please see our photos and good luck on your bid! -N.P
