New Percussion Rifle by Jack Hansberry

New Percussion Rifle by Jack Hansberry.  Assembled from a Muzzleloader Builders Supply kit; 45 caliber Colerain barrel with raised rifling, Small Siler percussion lock, maple stock, brass hardware with engravings.  13.5"+/- length of pull.

New Rifles by Jack Hansberry

New rifles by Jack Hansberry

.36 Jim Kibler Southern Mountain Rifle Kit

Short barreled .45 caliber poor boy parts gun with copper sideplate/barrel band/repairs

Original Percussion Longrifle

Original Percussion Longrifle
50 caliber with good rifling.
Based on architecture and signature, it is surmised to have been made by the Long family of makers or someone close to them in the Upper Susquehanna Region.
Replacement lock is a Chambers Southern Mountain.

Thank you for visiting my blog. I make shot pouches and other accoutrements for use with black powder firearms. I look at original bags for inspiration and use traditional materials and techniques.  I started when I discovered I needed a shot pouch for my first flintlock rifle, and was unsatisfied with inexpensive offerings nor was I able to purchase a quality bag. Being pleased with my first pouch, and enjoying the process, I started making them for fun, for friends and for sale.  I hope to learn more and keep making bags and other items.  Your comments and suggestions are welcome, thanks again for looking.