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My home was built in 1850. I replaced the lead pipes with PVC. So great lead that is made in the 1840s or 1850. I have enough to last me a very long time. I am still making ingets.

Found this today. A friend has it. I have not saw it in person yet. A J . M. Gorsuch rifle made in Ohio. My guess 1850s. I may get it for my collection.

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I agree with you. I have documented in my area from Howard ,Randolph ,Boone,Macon and Monroe Counties there were at the least 20 gun makers from 1820s to 1850. There was a mix of guns in the collection. Demick St. Louis and others. I sold a nice marked 1850 made half stock with a patch box. It...

It came out of a large gun collection here in Central Missouri. That is all I know.

Anyone have an ideal perhaps what area in the U.S. this 36 Cal rifle may have been made? No markings found. Thank you

I have been buying guns from a collection this is one that I can not find a markings on it. Full stock 36 Cal. Appears to be a tiger stripe stock. Looks like a flint conversion. A Ohio rifle style? Any help would be appreciated. I love these old guns.

The cone conversions were only weak when the musket has been rifled. But always have a gunsmith check it out before fireing.

I am in need of a original 1816 Springfield musket. Belgian cone conversion percussion complete lock plate dated 1835. This needs to be in great shape. I would like to trade for this item. I have alot of militaria and Arisaka parts.. I am in Missouri. . Thank you all.

That it does. I am researching the French in the interor of Missouri. Diaries etc. Great information.

That it is.

I know the name Abel in the area. Paris is a nice area to live.

I used to work for the PD in Curryville. A very long time ago.

I am in Paris, Mo.

Will do Sir. Thank you.

Salt River Johnny. I live here in Missouri. I have been shooting over 40 years. I enjoy 18th Century history of Missouri. I do living history events.Thank you.