The Ferguson Rifle (1973) is a novel set in early 19th-century America, written by Louis L'Amour.

Chantry's wife and son are dead, burned to death in the fire that consumed his home, for which he is blamed.

Main members of the group are an Irishman, Davy Shanagan, and Solomon, who by the end of the book is revealed to be very well known throughout the wilderness.

Early on the outfit's journey west, they encounter the Spanish Captain Fernandez accompanied by Ute Indians.

Another night Chantry hears gunshots ring out in the distance after being awakened by a wolf who was trying to steal bacon.