Antique Long Guns
Flintlock & Percussion Antique Long Guns
Parker Field & Sons Indian Trade Musket (AL7186) DTX
Original price was: $3,750.00.$2,495.00Current price is: $2,495.00.Made in 1881. 60 caliber with a 21” barrel. Barrel has been shortened. Barrel is half octagon half round barrel that has been shortened. The lock is...Add to cartScarce Perry Sporting .40 (AL4226)
Original price was: $3,450.00.$2,750.00Current price is: $2,750.00.Scarce Perry Sporting Rifle. Approximately .40 caliber. Very fine gun with 90% of the original brown finish on the barrel. Frame has turned to a gray ...Add to cartBritish 18th Century Flintlock Wall Gun (AL5329)
Original price was: $6,750.00.$4,750.00Current price is: $4,750.00.This 82 caliber flintlock wall gun weighs 21 pounds. The overall length is approx. 41". The approx. 23" round barrel has a fair bore with areas of rou...Add to cartHalf Stock Plains rifle with Leman lock, (AL2699)
Original price was: $1,795.00.$1,250.00Current price is: $1,250.00.Half Stock Plains rifle with Leman lock, 31 1/2" barrel with a smooth brown patina on the metal. Wood is very good. Nice looking half stock target gun...Add to cartGrimm Prototype Revolving Rifle (AL7462)
Original price was: $6,995.00.$5,950.00Current price is: $5,950.00.Made circa 1854. 44 caliber with a 26” barrel. This is a very interesting, overbuilt revolving rifle. This gun appears to have been finished in the ...Add to cartInteresting Revolving Carbine Marked Shawk & Mclanahan (AL5893) DTX
Original price was: $2,995.00.$1,995.00Current price is: $1,995.00.Serial number M8? Made 20th Century. 46 caliber with a 20 ½” barrel. This is a very interesting gun that appears to be made out of old gun parts an...Add to cartGilded Manceaux Of Paris Flintlock Musket (AL10186) DTX
$50,000.0070 caliber smooth bore with a 46 ½“ barrel. Approximately 75% of the original blue remains on the barrel. The top pf the barrel from the first barr...Add to cartN. Lewis Troy N.Y. Marked Target Rifle (AL4898)
Original price was: $1,875.00.$1,495.00Current price is: $1,495.00.N. Lewis Troy N.Y. Marked Target Rifle. Barrel length is 29¾”, with filler screws on the top flat area two and two 15” apart for telescope bases....Add to cartHalf Stock Percussion Rifle W/ Colt Paterson Marked Barrel (AL10176)
$7,950.00NSN. Made circa 1855. 44 caliber with a 32” barrel. This is a mottled brown patina. The barrel is marked “~ Patent Arms M’g. Co Paterson N. J. C...Add to cartRare Collier Flintlock Revolving Shotgun (Al9773)
$47,500.00Serial number 117. Made circa 1819. 54 caliber with 28” barrel. Very fine and extremely rare gun. The metal has been refinished long ago. All markin...Add to cart
Mechanical Features and Construction
Flintlock antique long guns are defined by their early flint ignition systems, handcrafted barrels, and wooden stocks, while Percussion antique long guns introduced percussion caps for more reliable firing. Both types demonstrate careful attention to detail and precision engineering of the period. Collectors appreciate how each firearm illustrates the practical solutions and advancements in firearm technology of the era.
Collector Interest and Preservation
The demand for Flintlock & Percussion rifles for sale remains strong due to their rarity and historical importance. Collectors prioritize originality, correct configuration, and well-preserved condition. Each firearm in our inventory is preserved as a collectible artifact rather than a functional modern firearm, ensuring it retains historical integrity.
Evaluation and Documentation at Collectors Firearms
Every Flintlock musket for sale and Percussion rifle is examined for mechanical originality, markings, and overall condition. Collectors Firearms provides detailed descriptions and clear photography to help buyers make informed and confident acquisitions.
FAQ’s
What makes a Flintlock or Percussion rifle collectible?
Collectors value Flintlock or Percussion rifles for authenticity, mechanical originality, and historical significance. The craftsmanship, materials, and period-accurate features distinguish them from later reproductions. Each firearm also provides insight into early American military and civilian firearm use.
Are Flintlock muskets still functional?
While some retain firing capability, most are collected for preservation. Collectors Firearms emphasizes historical authenticity and advises professional evaluation before attempting to fire. These muskets are primarily appreciated as tangible pieces of history.
How do Percussion antique long guns differ from Flintlocks?
Percussion rifles use cap-based ignition for more reliable firing, while flintlocks rely on a spark from a flint striking steel. Both are prized for historical craftsmanship and demonstrate the technological evolution of firearms over time.
What information does Collectors Firearms provide with these long guns?
Listings include condition details, mechanical notes, markings, and high-resolution images to ensure buyers understand the firearm’s originality and historical value. Collectors Firearms also notes any unique features or provenance when available.
