This early flintlock fowling piece was manufactured circa late 18th century. Many fowling pieces and privately owned rifles were pressed into service due to the lack of military arms available for the Continental Army and various state militia units. It has several attributes that suggest it was manufactured in Allentown or Bethlehem possibly by John (Johannes) Moll, Sr. who was active from around 1764 until his death in 1794. His son continued the business until around 1820. Note the similar star designs on the cheekrests and the carving designs of several of the Allentown-Bethlehem rifles pictured in "Thoughts on the Kentucky Rifle in Its Golden Age" by Kindig, "Kentucky Rifles & Pistols, 1750-1850," and other books on classic long rifles and fowling pieces. It has rifle style sights, brass furniture, no visible markings, and a full length stock.