We know Colter was given his issued rifle in 1806 for his duty. So I guess
that would be the starting date.
beaverboy
> The discussion as to whether the '03 Harpers Ferry
> rifle went on the grand journey has been interesting,
> and if I was an L&C reenactor it would be quite
> important. What I feel is more important as a fur
> trade reenactor is when did they become available to
> the public? Did they appear out west at all? what
> about what military units they did get issued to?
> Anyone have info on this aspect of a beautiful rifle's
> destiny? Dog, Hiv. # 617
>
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