M Evans

Yes, I am in CA and discovered this forum in my search for information on this gun, which recently came into my possession due to a death in the family. I want to learn all I can about it from a historical perspective and know its value for insurance purposes. I wasn't aware that this forum was only for people from Tennessee, if so, I apologize.

I meant barrel is 3" not 3"

I have added pictures today. Gun is about 53" long total, with barrel approximately 3'. Ramrod is still with it, attached to the barrel. I believe this was represented by the auctioneer as an original piece. The name on the barrel is D. Locke (in script). I was assuming this was the name of the owner, not the maker --but I know next to nothing about guns. I believe my father bought it because he thought D. Locke was possibly an ancestor, because his family has deep roots in Kentucky, Oklahoma, Texas and South Carolina. Thank you for your responses!

I have a very old Kentucky flintlock rifle. My father, George D. Locke, bought this piece at an auction in the 1950s or 1960s, I believe. It has a little description that he must have cut out from the auction catalog which says, " An exquisite flintlock Kentucky rifle with 65 silver inlays including spread eagle on the cheek piece. The barrel bears the name of D. Locke in script on an inlaid plate on the barrel. This is a full maple stocked tiger striped rifle with lockplate and hammer fully engraved. Rifle about 50 calibers with heavy octagon barrel. Age has demanded some repairs to the wood, which has been done expertly and proper. A most graceful Kentucky in very good condition." I am seeking information on this rifle and its approximate value. Hoping someone can help provide more information on this type of rifle and its approximate value for insurance purposes. Thank you, M. Evans