U.S./Elisha Pancost (Elizabeth, PA) "Kentucky" Percussion Long Rifle

Elisha Pancost operated rifle shops in Allegheny, Westmoreland, and Greene Counties in Pennsylvania between 1850 and 1890.

Circa 1838 Elisha Pancost (U.S.) Kentucky Long Rifle (single-shot/ muzzle-loading/ black powder/ ball ammunition)  Produced by Elisha Pancost of Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, this Long Rifle was converted from flint to percussion ignition in 1840.  This rifle also features adjustable double-set triggers, a front tube sight with standing bead, and a peep rear sight that is adjustable for elevation and windage.  An open rear sight may also be used.

Due to the absence of a patch box, this rifle may have been used primarily for target shooting.   Certainly most people on the North American frontiers could appreciate the need to become good shots because the danger of conflict was ever-present.   - Dr. William L. Roberts, THE AMERICAN LIBERTY COLLECTION; #45