Christian Springs Jäger Steinschloss aus der Zeit um 1770. Hersteller Chambers. ca. 146x27mm.
Model #L-5
Several of the best early transitional period (1750-1770) gun makers learned their trade or worked at the Morovian settlement of Christians Spring, Pennsylvania. These artists included William Antes, Jacob Dickert, and the Unknown gunsmith who made the fine rifle carried by Edward Marshall. Some of these gunmakers were trained in Germany and continued to use many of the German details in rifle and lock making. This lock fits the traditional period niche with it's Jaeger-like features. Anyone considering making a Jaeger or a transitional period rifle or Fowler of the 1750-1770 period would find this lock ideal. As with all our locks, it is fast and reliable.
Dimensions: 5-3/4" x 1-1/16"
Flint Size: 7/8" x 3/4"
