A Catalogue of Early Pennsylvania and Other Firearms and Edged Weapons at "Restless Oaks", McElhattan, Pa.

Name: A Catalogue of Early Pennsylvania and Other Firearms and Edged Weapons at "Restless Oaks", McElhattan, Pa.
Author: Henry W. Shoemaker

By Henry W. Shoemaker

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The catalogue presents a descriptive inventory of early Pennsylvania and related firearms, edged weapons, and accoutrements from a private Pennsylvania collection. Organized by rifles and other shoulder arms, pistols and revolvers, hunting equipment, edged weapons, and accessories, each entry records maker marks, dimensions, mechanical features, condition, provenance, and occasional anecdotes. An introductory essay frames the material as evidence for reconstructing the armed frontier inhabitant and discusses ethnic influences on regional weaponry. Appendices and a partial companion catalogue supplement the main listings with rarities, moulds, powder horns, and policing and civilian implements.

About the Author

Henry W. Shoemaker

Henry W. Shoemaker was an American author and folklorist known for his contributions to the preservation of Pennsylvania's cultural heritage. He collected and published various folk tales, legends, and historical accounts that reflect the rich traditions of the region. His notable works include "Allegheny Episodes / Folk Lore and Legends Collected in Northern and Western Pennsylvania," which showcases the folklore of the area, and "Some Forgotten Pennsylvania Heroines," highlighting the stories of women who played significant roles in the state's history. Shoemaker's writings serve as an important resource for understanding the local history and folklore of Pennsylvania.