Original U.S. Pennsylvania Percussion Rifle with I.X.L. Marked Trade Lock & Set Trigger c. 1835 Conflict The side straps that connect

The side straps that connect to the bottom of the pack are also still present

though polishing and cleaning has removed most of the darkening

17 along with manufacture stamps and inspector markings

his expert judgement and technical skill have enabled his Command Post to displace

This configuration was made between 1840 and 1852 and designated the PATTERN 96

Original U.S. Pennsylvania Percussion Rifle with I.X.L. Marked Trade Lock & Set Trigger c. 1835 Conflict The side straps that connectOriginal Item: Only one available. Here is an octagonal barreled "Kentucky" style rifle, which more correctly is known as a Pennsylvania Rifle. It looks to be in . 43" caliber, a very common size for these rifles, and has a heavy octagonal barrel with seven groove rifling. The rifle was built in the United States using a percussion trade lock, which is marked I. X. L. These are most likely the makers initials, but we have not been able to identify