I am going to be starting my first kit after the first of the year. I like southern mountain rifles but they are too late for the periods I want the rifle to work for. I intend to do period hunts with this and educational programs from 1755 on through the early 1800s.
That being said my impression is primarily that of a frontier mountain colonist and hunter. Military will be militia/rifleman if I do it. I am a fan of southern style rifles and big bore. I am heavily leaning toward Chambers Virginia Rifle kit for this first build. Am I on the right track or should I consider some PA styles? I want something that would have been found throughout the Appalachians.
My personal preferences are toward the utilitarian side. Limited to no carving and no excessive brass.
That being said my impression is primarily that of a frontier mountain colonist and hunter. Military will be militia/rifleman if I do it. I am a fan of southern style rifles and big bore. I am heavily leaning toward Chambers Virginia Rifle kit for this first build. Am I on the right track or should I consider some PA styles? I want something that would have been found throughout the Appalachians.
My personal preferences are toward the utilitarian side. Limited to no carving and no excessive brass.