Black powder question

[B.D.Dubloon]

I have been thinking of getting a blackpowder rifle and there is one on my local craigslist. The guy doesn't offer a price and I don't know what it is worth. Unfortunately there isn't too much info about it but I was hoping someone who knows could take a look and give me an idea what to offer for it.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/scz/clt/1091258149.html

Thanks,
BDD

[rabagley]

You'll need a lot more detail to put a price tag on that. Maker, model, year of manufacture. Could have been purchased new for $500-$1000 if it is a well-made fully functioning piece.

Based on what he's revealing in that ad, it's just a bill of sale.

Non-firing replicas that look similar go for $150 to $250 or so.

If the seller is clueless, advise him to go to a local dealer in antique firearms to find out what he has. Then Google becomes his friend.

[elSquid]

I have been thinking of getting a blackpowder rifle and there is one on my local craigslist. The guy doesn't offer a price and I don't know what it is worth. Unfortunately there isn't too much info about it but I was hoping someone who knows could take a look and give me an idea what to offer for it.

You want a flintlock?

The nice thing about blackpowder is that you can buy a new rifle online and have it shipped to your door. I'd recommend doing some research to narrow down exactly what you want to buy; there is no point in buying a random rifle off of craigslist. Take your time - after all blackpowder is pretty much the last thing that Obama will ban.

-- Michael

[B.D.Dubloon]

You want a flintlock?

The nice thing about blackpowder is that you can buy a new rifle online and have it shipped to your door. I'd recommend doing some research to narrow down exactly what you want to buy; there is no point in buying a random rifle off of craigslist. Take your time - after all blackpowder is pretty much the last thing that Obama will ban.

-- Michael

Good point. Especially considering I don't have an AR yet Maybe it is time to get a lower soon.

[Army]

It's also a lefty flincher, so unless you are left handed, you will get a facefull of burning powder.

[Alan Block]

From what I can tell from the photos

It may be left handed
The trigger guard is typical of Southern mountain rifles aka Tennessee poorboys.
The wood is VERY nice.
I have seen these go in very good condition for $700+
e-mail the seller and ask for details!!