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Hey folks, I have an circa 1830 Kentucky Long Rifle, and I was hoping to get an honest appraisal. I've emailed multiple appraisal websites and they are taking weeks to get back to me. And I'm not sure if the appraisals are completely honest either, since they also buy antique guns.
This is what I know:
Barrel Engravings: JL
Frame Engravings: Marranted ? Can’t read it perfectly
Condition Percentage: unsure. Looks in great condition
Complete Serial Number: I don’t see one.
Date of Manufacture: 1830 according to a note
Caliber – Gauge: .31
Weight: 8.2lb (approx)
Barrel Length: 35.5”
Length of Pull: (Distance from trigger straight back to the rear butt of gun) 16”
Your Estimated Value: My great Uncle said it was worth about 30k. He had 16 guns that were all quite old. I think he had it appraised at one time.
If I can help in any other way, don't hesitate to contact me. Perhaps there's a hidden spot where the serial is located that you could tell me, something like that.
Name: Steve Becotte
858 774-8007
This is what I know:
Barrel Engravings: JL
Frame Engravings: Marranted ? Can’t read it perfectly
Condition Percentage: unsure. Looks in great condition
Complete Serial Number: I don’t see one.
Date of Manufacture: 1830 according to a note
Caliber – Gauge: .31
Weight: 8.2lb (approx)
Barrel Length: 35.5”
Length of Pull: (Distance from trigger straight back to the rear butt of gun) 16”
Your Estimated Value: My great Uncle said it was worth about 30k. He had 16 guns that were all quite old. I think he had it appraised at one time.
If I can help in any other way, don't hesitate to contact me. Perhaps there's a hidden spot where the serial is located that you could tell me, something like that.
Name: Steve Becotte
858 774-8007




