This attractive "chunk gun" is signed "E.F. HERMAN 32" on top of the barrel. The rifle is fitted with a target globe front sight and an adjustable Redfield peep sight, antique flintlock dated "1813" with the East India Company's lion mark at the center and "AC" marked on the cock, adjustable double set triggers, and brass furniture. The bird patchbox is a copy of a John Leckner rifle (see page 324 of "Thoughts on the Kentucky Rifle in Its Golden Age" by Kindig). The stock is not drilled for a ramrod. A false muzzle and starter are included. Elmer F. Herman of Pasadena, California, was a well-known muzzleloading target rifle builder in the mid-20th century. He was wounded in 1957 when a cigarette spark ignited powder while he was driving. Luckily another 18 pounds of powder in the vehicle did not ignite.

Very good with gray and brown patina on the lock and barrel, attractive aged patina on the brass furniture, and minor overall wear. The stock is also very good and has minor dings and scratches. Mechanically fine (triggers must be set first).