Comments by "michael close" (@6226superhurricane) on "Forgotten Weapons" channel.

  1. an american laborer made $300 a year in 1860
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  2.  @Floris_VI  it was $96 without the scope, ammunition or other accessories, so it was likely 2/3rds of a laborers yearly wage. a henry rifle cost $20 in 1860 for comparison.
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