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Object Name
Long Gun
Object Number
ca1890-48-0
Description
Wooden long Gun with break in middle of stock. Original flint lock has been converted to percussion lock.
Provenance
According to family tradition this rifle was used in the Revolutionary War by George Norton. Family tradition also states that the cut on the stock was made when Norton held up his rifle to defend himself against a Hessian on horseback . It is reported that the rifle was last used in the 1890s when Mr. Norton's great-great grandsons, Stanley, Philip, and Frederick were allowed to take it squirrel hunting.
Comment
This rifle has been documented as almost identical to long rifles made in Goshen, CT by Medad Hills.
Category
Tools and Equipment for Science and Technology
Dimensions
Length 63"
Materials
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