Fully Functional Lewis & Clark Bicentennial Edition .50 Caliber Flintlock Rifle – Missouri River Traders (No. 75)

Offered for sale is a fully functional .50 caliber flintlock muzzleloader from the Lewis & Clark Bicentennial Limited Edition series, built by Missouri River Traders in 2005. This rifle is serial number 75 from a run that was intended to reach 2,500 rifles; however, it’s widely believed that only about 200–250 were actually produced, with 50 of those presented to the governors of all 50 U.S. states.

The rifle comes complete with its original box, packing materials, and Certificate of Authenticity.

Certificate of Authenticity Highlights:

  • Designated as an “Official Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Flintlock.”
  • States this rifle is No. 75 of a limited production planned for 2,500 units.
  • Authentic reproduction of the weapons carried by the Corps of Discovery (1803–1806).
  • Features carefully selected hardwood stock engraved with the 15-star, 15-stripe U.S. flag and detailed images of Captains Lewis and Clark.
  • Heavy octagon barrel engraved and gold-filled with “Lewis and Clark Bicentennial 1803–1806” and the issue number.
  • Inset brass medallion replicates President Jefferson’s peace medal used during the expedition.
  • Signed by Stew Hines, owner of Missouri River Traders, dated September 1, 2005.

Manufacturer Description from Missouri River Traders Website:

  • Limited Edition of approx. 200 functional flintlock rifles.
  • Authentic replica of the advanced-design rifles used by the Corps of Discovery.
  • Selected hardwood stock with polished solid brass butt plate, trigger guard, and end cap.
  • Accurate, rifled large-caliber octagon barrel for lead-ball ammunition.
  • Includes a hand-cut flint capable of throwing a strong spark.
  • Engraved Lewis & Clark imagery and inset solid brass Jefferson Peace Medal (1803–1806).

Price & Contact

  • Price: $950 (Cash only)
  • Pickup: Olathe, KS
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