Kentucky Usa Rifle, Non-Functional Replica 1138

18th Century Kentucky Carbine – The Roar of the West in the Age of Freedom (USA)

In the forging of American history, one rifle emerged as a faithful companion to hunters, explorers, and soldiers: the Kentucky Rifle. Its shots echoed across the mountains and valleys, forging the path to independence and the conquest of the West.

We present this spectacular replica of the Kentucky Carbine, an emblematic 19th-century American weapon , carefully crafted by Denix in Spain . Constructed of genuine wood and high-quality metal , this unique piece measures 110.5 cm and preserves the essence and functionality of the original weapons that marked a decisive era in American history.

The Spirit of the Flintlock Rifle

The Kentucky carbine is a flintlock weapon, which used a flint or flintstone to generate the spark needed to ignite the gunpowder. This mechanism, although rudimentary, was a vital innovation that drove the evolution of weaponry in the 18th and 19th centuries. Reloading was manual and painstaking: gunpowder, paper wad, and projectile were inserted through the muzzle, in a ritual that required skill and speed.

Born in Pennsylvania in the early 18th century, the Kentucky carbine was crucial during the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783) . Its users, familiar with the weapon from their hunting experience, gained a decisive advantage against British troops, combining precision and maneuverability in rugged terrain.

During the American Civil War (1861-1865) , these carbines were used especially by the Confederates, who, faced with a shortage of weapons, found in them a reliable ally. These weapons are living symbols of the complex history that both divided and unified the nation.

A Precision Handcrafted Piece

This replica, manufactured in Spain by Denix, reflects the authenticity and quality of the original materials. The combination of solid wood and finely crafted metal, along with its 110.5 cm size and light weight of 1,745 grams , make it an ideal collector's item for history buffs, reenactors, and collectors.

Main Features:

• Replica of the Kentucky Carbine, 19th century (USA)

• Made in Spain by Denix

• Materials: real wood and high-quality metal

• Length: 110.5 cm

• Weight: 1745 grams

• Perfect for decoration, historical recreation and collecting

The Carbine of Freedom and Conquest

It's not just a weapon: it's a tangible testament to the audacity of the early settlers, the instrument used to defend independence and explore the vast West. This replica revives that history, inviting you to hold a living fragment of America's past in your hands.

Become a guardian of history with this magnificent replica of the Kentucky Rifle, the voice of the Wild West that continues to resonate through time. Visit the Medieval Shop.