Adam Ernst Flintlock Kentucky Long Rifle 42" barrel, .48 caliber. 57" overall length, with "A. Ernst" marked on barrel. Four-piece engraved brass patchbox has five piercings, with a head shaped like a dog head with a ball in the mouth. The engraving is sparse but well done. Hand-forged lock is unmarked. Carving is superbly done in c-scrolls. Half moon silver engraved inlay on the cheekpiece and an oval silver inlay on top of wrist, marked "JB". Early 19th century. $15,000-20,000 Provenance: James D. Julia Auction, 2014, Collection of Dr. Douglas Sirkin; Private Collection, Anacortes, WA. Extremely fine condition. 20" of forend wood and 12" of barrel at muzzle have been professional replaced.