John H. Rector (1811-1867) was active in Syracuse, New York, in the 1840s and later partnered with J.O. Robinson in Buffalo in 1850 and then returned to Syracuse and partnered with his son Charles A. Rector by 1860. The barrel is turned down at the muzzle for a starter and has a semi-globe front sight, rear sight dovetail filler block, and "J.H. RECTOR SYRACUSE NY 1310 . . ." marked on top. A peep sight is fitted to the tang. The rifle has adjustable double phase double set triggers. The back action lock has scroll engraving. The forend cap is pewter. The other furniture is German silver and features fin scroll engraving. The stock has a checkered wrist and slight perch belly profile.

Very good plus with the original finish faded to a smooth brown patina long the barrel, gray and brown patina on the lock, minor oxidation, aged patina on the German silver, crisp barrel markings, mostly crisp engraving, a small pewter filled repair on the right wedge plate, and mild overall wear. The stock is also fine and has crisp checkering, light scratches and dings, and a crack on the left at the forend tip. Mechanically excellent.