SamTex1949
32 Cal.
Just received a .45cal Rifle, Hopkin an Allen.
I realize they took Old 45/70 Trapdoors and converted them into ML shooters. The Stock, Lock, and hardware are all Trapdoors fare with a .45cal barrel breeched with a Musket style plug/bolster with musket nipple. Id like to find more info on the rifle itself, Anyone who had/has one for loads and which might be best bullets to use ? Did they just use the 45/70 barrel ? Will the .45cal mine style bullets (mold) work ? or under size .45/70 bullets ? Not new to ML or black powder or casting, Just found this old rifle unique. Share what ya Know !!!
I realize they took Old 45/70 Trapdoors and converted them into ML shooters. The Stock, Lock, and hardware are all Trapdoors fare with a .45cal barrel breeched with a Musket style plug/bolster with musket nipple. Id like to find more info on the rifle itself, Anyone who had/has one for loads and which might be best bullets to use ? Did they just use the 45/70 barrel ? Will the .45cal mine style bullets (mold) work ? or under size .45/70 bullets ? Not new to ML or black powder or casting, Just found this old rifle unique. Share what ya Know !!!