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Messersmith, Jacob

  • Post author By KR Foundation
  • Post date May 28, 2025
  • Categories In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Riflemakers

School: Lancaster (Pennsylvania/PA)

Jacob Messersmith was an early maker of flintlock longrifles in Lancaster Boro. He appears on tax records for the years 1779-1810.

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