For collectors and precision target shooters who appreciate 19th-century craftsmanship, few rifles combine historical provenance with shooting potential like a well-preserved percussion target longarm. The balance of a heavy target barrel, original fittings, and intact case colors make these rifles as much museum pieces as functional tools for traditional target work.

MUSKETEER RIFLES ANSCHUTZ PHILADELPHIA PERCUSSION TARGET RIFLE .385CAL

This example presents the classic Edward Anschutz work: the barrel is marked E. Anschutz Philadelphia and measures .385 at the muzzle, complete with its original false muzzle. The heavy 30 3/8″ barrel profile approximates a No. 4 Winchester in heft, lending stability for consistent sighting and reduced vibration — key ingredients for fine target accuracy.

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Design & Mechanical Features

The rifle retains a set trigger that has not been bent or broken and functions perfectly — an important detail for shooters seeking crisp, predictable trigger release. German silver mounts with extremely fine engraving and a stock graded excellent to mint, with perfect checkering, indicate both high-use value and collectible condition. The lock is marked E. Anschutz and shows 100% perfect case colors; the rear tang and breech plug are engraved and retain original coloration.

Sights and Sight Radius

A hooded front sight with a fine needle post and dot combines with a diopter rear sight to provide an optical-quality sight picture for paper and target silhouette work. Long sight radius afforded by the 30 3/8″ barrel aids precision aiming, especially with carefully cast or swaged black powder projectiles suited to a .385 bore.

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Collector Value and Practical Use

As a documented example of an Edward Anschutz Philadelphia percussion target rifle (AL4059), this gun is notable both historically and functionally. At $7,500.99, it sits in a price band consistent with high-grade, original-condition percussion target rifles that retain original finish, fittings, and fully functioning mechanisms. For collectors, preservation of the lock’s case colors and engraved German silver mounts is paramount; for shooters, the heavy barrel and set trigger offer genuine target capability.

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