U.S. Model 1819 Hall breech-loading flintlock rifle

Object/Artifact

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Jefferson County Museum

Name/Title

U.S. Model 1819 Hall breech-loading flintlock rifle

Entry/Object ID

2311

Description

U.S. Model 1819 Hall breech-loading flintlock rifle dated 1838. 52 caliber. 32 3/4 barrel length with off set sights. Uses a pivoting chamber breech design and a flintlock ignition system. Made at the Harpers Ferry Armory under John H. Hall's patent. Engraved on breech block is "J. H. Hall H. Ferry US 1838."

Acquisition

Accession

62

Source or Donor

Jefferson County Museum

Acquisition Method

Purchase

Made/Created

Date made

1838