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Farmer's Percussion Rifle
4/30/2014 - Firearms and Militaria: Live Salesroom Auction
33" Harper's Ferry octagonal-to-round barrel. Remington Herkemer's lock, brass fittings, steel ramrod.

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This rifle is a mixed bag of parts that was put together by some poor farmer as a cheap way to feed himself and his family.  It is in good condition and is missing its barrel wedge.
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