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    Lookin to buy a CVA Hawkin Percussion Rifle

    Thanks for all the great info guys, especially about the quality BP rifle builders, such as TC. The CVA should do me good for 175 bucks, don't think I will shoot it more than 200-300 times. Traditions Trapper Pistol Traditions Kentucky Rifle CVA Hawkin on its way Yugo SKS Mosin Nagant M38...
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    Lookin to buy a CVA Hawkin Percussion Rifle

    Was wondering if anyone here had any knowledge of a CVA Hawkin St. Louis Rifle, 44" long, 50 cal., percussion, octagonal barrel. Is it a good rifle?
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    Shooting with no patch and ball.

    Didn't expect so many different ways to shoot a "blank". Great suggestions...a big Thanks to all. NorSSeman
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    Shooting with no patch and ball.

    What is the result? any noise? lots of smoke? any flash?
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    Shooting with no patch and ball.

    Curious as to what would happen if I shot my new Tapper pistol, 50 Cal with only powder? Holding the gun up at 30 degrees or so to keep the powder where it belongs.
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    Cap question.

    Any differences I should know about in firing a Pistol vs Rifle BP? I finally got my new Pistol ordered, almost everyone on the net is out of them, but found a bow hunting store online that also sells BP rifles that had two left. It's the Traditions Trapper, with brass furniture, walnut, and a...
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    Cap question.

    Just received my first Black Powder Rifle in the mail, Kentucky from Traditions, made in Spain of course, sharp looking, and good grain. Will have to find some public land to shoot on now.. Wondering if it is OK to shoot the rifle with an empty barrel using a Cap only? How loud would the...
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    Just getting started with Black Powder Rifles.

    Went into the big city today and bought some black powder (Goex) and round balls (.490) and already had some .018 lubricated cloth pieces. Does this match up? are the round balls and cloth about the proper size for each other?
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    Just getting started with Black Powder Rifles.

    Thanks for the good and thorough detailed info, it will be helpful I'm sure. Now just have to find a place that sells black powder.
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    Just getting started with Black Powder Rifles.

    Need some help partners. Have been looking at the Traditions BP rifles page and they have two different Shooters kits, one is for pellets and one is for powder. What are pellets? I am guessing either black powder made into pellets or pellets like in shot for ducks?? Have found two or three...
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    Just getting started with Black Powder Rifles.

    Expect my new Kentucky Rifle in a few days. It's a percussion. What do I need to load, fire and maintain this .50 Cal BP rifle and where is a good reasonable place to buy the extras.
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    Lyman BP Handbook.

    Hey thanks squirrely, that looks like the exact book I need. ::
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    Lyman BP Handbook.

    Would like to get my hands on a Lyman BP Handbook as recommended, where can I find one? With my new BP Rifle will be needing the basic supplies, where is a good place to put my cash down on the barrel head? or online.
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    Opinion of new starter Rifle.

    Purchased a Traditions Kentucky Rifle .50 Caliber Percussion online as my first starter Muzzleloader. Would like Opinions of this Rifle from experienced shooters or those who have heard how this Rifle performs, looks, and rates.
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    Just getting started with Black Powder Rifles.

    Let me introduce myself. I am semi-retired Meteorologist, and also worked as a Port Securityman in the Coast Guard Reserve. Live in Eastern Washington State, but since I work Saturdays can't attend the local Black Powder Club meetings or get togethers.. :( Have been collecting Military...
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