Unknown LRH .50 Cal Percussion Sidelock Hawken-Style Muzzleloader, 28-Inch Octagonal Barrel, Double-Set Triggers
This LRH .50 caliber reproduction muzzleloader follows classic Hawken-style architecture with a percussion sidelock and external hammer. It features a 28-inch octagonal steel barrel marked "FOR BLACK POWDER ONLY" and "50 CAL LRH," brass furniture throughout, and light decorative scrollwork on the lock plate and hammer. The rifle is configured with a half-stock and raised cheek rest, a double-set trigger system, and open sights for traditional field use.
Condition
Overall Condition: Fair condition, showing extensive signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Overall Condition: Poor - Noticeable dirt, stains, significant corrosion or damage.
Bore Fouling: Severe Fouling - Extensive corrosion, pitting, or erosion.
Bore Rifling: Poor Rifling - Rifling heavily worn or filled with fouling or debris.
Specific Condition Notes: There are markings and significant rust from previous handling and use. The bore has significant rust and pitting. It is not recommended to fire this rifle before a thorough cleaning and inspection by a qualified gunsmith. See the photos for a complete view of the condition.
What's Included
- Unknown manufacturer LRH .50 caliber percussion sidelock muzzleloader rifle
The rifle uses a percussion sidelock with an external hammer and a percussion nipple, staying true to traditional plains rifle form. A single wedge key secures the half-stock to the 28-inch octagonal barrel, and an under-rib with two ramrod thimbles is fitted beneath the barrel.
Brass furniture includes the crescent buttplate, patchbox, trigger guard, and nosecap, complementing the hardwood stock. The stock is configured as a half-stock with a raised cheek rest and a 14.5-inch length of pull for a traditional shouldering feel.
Sighting is handled by an open blade front and an adjustable rear open sight on an elevator base, offering straightforward, period-appropriate alignment. The double-set trigger arrangement supports a crisp release when set.
Light, factory-applied scrollwork decorates the lock plate and hammer, adding a tasteful visual touch without straying from the rifle’s functional character. The barrel is clearly marked "FOR BLACK POWDER ONLY" and "50 CAL LRH," underscoring its intended use and caliber.