As noted in the included page from "American Gun Makers" and the included consignor research documents, John Vincent of Washington Country, Ohio, manufactured rifles around 1844 until his death in 1882. His son, John Caleb Vincent, continued to run the shop until around 1900. This small bore rifle has dot patterns on the muzzle, traditional blade and notch sights, "VINCENT" marked on top of the barrel behind the rear sight, adjustable double set triggers, a G. Goulcher lock with scroll and bird patterns, scroll and wavy line engraving on the brass furniture, spurred trigger guard, and a highly patterned smooth half-stock with engraved pewter cap. Also includes a copy of the Feb. 1972 issue of "National Antiques Review" which includes an article relating to Kentucky rifles as art forms.

Fine overall with mottled brown along the barrel, mixed dark gray patina on the lock, pitting concentrated on the hammer, aged patinas on the furniture, vibrant flame patterns along the stock, a tension crack at the lock screw, and minor marks and scratches. Mechanically fine (set trigger first).