Plate Dimensions: 5-3/4in x 1-1/16in
Several of the best early, transitional period (1750-1770) gunmakers worked or learned their trade at the Moravian settlement of Christian Springs, Pennsylvania. These included William Antes, Jacob Dickert and the gunsmith who made the fine rifle carried by Edward Marshall. Some of these gunmakers were trained in Germany and continued to use many of the German details in rifle and lock making. This lock fits the transitional period niche with its Jaeger-like features. Anyone considering making a Jaeger or transitional period rifle or fowler of the 1750-1770 period would find this lock ideal, fast and reliable. Plate Dimensions: 5-3/4″ x 1-1/16″ Flint size: 7/8″ x 3/4″ Right Hand only.
