HAMPSHIRE COUNTY CONTEMPORARY BOYS RIFLE

While this site is dedicated  to antique longrifles from  the state of West Virginia, we strayed a little from our usual.

Since we admire the work of Frederick Sheetz and all of his apprentices, we thought you might enjoy seeing this fine contemporary boys rifle made of that school.

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34 Inch Overall Length

Weighs Just 3 1/2 Pounds

.25 Cal  22 Inch Barrel

Full Size Antique Hampshire County Rifle for Comparison

The Maker of This Contemporary Rifle Took Elements From This Relic Stock  

Little Becky Modified Flintlock 

Pierced Side Plate With Shield Found on Many Hampshire County Rifles 

 Engraved Eagle 

Silver Wire Inlay & Weeping Hearts  Reminiscent  of   Frederick Sheetz & George Young s Work.

10 1/2 " Length of Pull

Coin Silver Hunter's Star

Engraved Sheet Brass Partchbox 

This Rifle Was Made for The Maker's Grandson. 

We Appreciate the Maker Sharing this Special Rifle With Us.