Kentucky Rifle 

The Kentucky Rifle is one of the most beloved American long guns — a classic blend of beauty, balance, and accuracy that defined the frontier marksman’s art. This Pedersoli reproduction faithfully captures the period details and handling that made the Kentucky a favorite from hunting fields to the settlement line.

Crafted with an oil-finished one-piece walnut stock and a case-hardened lock plate, this rifle is appointed with traditional brass furniture: butt plate, trigger guard, large patch box, side plate thimbles, and nose cap. The octagonal, blue-finished barrel houses an 8-groove rifled bore for consistent performance. Sighting is provided by a brass blade front sight and a steel open rear sight. This model uses musket-cap size percussion caps and is built as a single-shot, muzzle-loading percussion rifle.

Why collectors and shooters choose this model:

• Period-correct appearance and handling for living history and reenactment

• Comfortable, one-piece oil-finished walnut stock with classic patch box detail

• Durable, authentic finishes — rust-resistant blue barrel and case-hardened lock

• 8-groove rifling for improved ball performance and accuracy

• Single trigger action for traditional shooting feel

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Pedersoli

• Weight: 7.71 lb

• Action Type: Single shot (muzzleloader)

• Caliber: .50

• Barrel Contour: Octagonal

• Barrel Length: 35.56"

• Overall Length: 50.19"

• Barrel Twist & Rotation: RH 1:48"

• Barrel Grooves: 8

• Capacity: 1

• Trigger Type: Single trigger

• Ignition: Musket-cap size percussion caps

• Stock: One-piece oil-finished walnut

• Finish: Blue barrel, case-hardened lock, brass furniture

Availability & Ordering
Our products are also sold through select retailers and shown at living history events. Please check availability before purchasing. If you need this rifle for an upcoming event or rendezvous, contact us in advance — we may be able to prioritize to meet your timeline.