Judson "Jud" Brennan is among the most talented of the contemporary builders of traditional American muzzle loading firearms. This rifle has traditional blade and notch sights, "J * Brennan No 44" signed on top of the bright barrel, "Brennan" signed on the casehardened lock, scroll and border engraving on the lock and breech section, double set triggers, a beautifully figured curly maple stock with nice molding and carving including elaborate raised relief carving on the left side of the butt, and silver furniture including the forend cap, ramrod pipes, engraved side plate, engraved trigger guard, wrist escutcheon, extensively engraved patch box, engraved toe plate, engraved cheek inlay, and buttplate.

Exceptionally fine as custom made. The barrel was left bright and has some light oxidation. The lock retains the muted case colors and has minimal wear. The silver furniture displays dark aged patina and crisp engraving. The near mint stock has crisp carving, beautiful flame tiger stripe maple figure, and minor handling wear. Mechanically excellent. A truly impressive, high quality contemporary flintlock American Long Rifle