Suggestions - 54 Cal Flintlock Longrifle 8.5 Lbs or Less

[Dave in the Desert]

Hi all,

I am looking to add to my two percussion Hawkens (50 CVA & 54 TC). I would like to know if there is 54 cal longrifle with a barrel at least 36" long and slow twist that will be a PRB shooter that would weigh 8.5 lbs or less. Aside from enjoying time at the range, I would like to go elk hunting and do not want to trek around creation with something that weighs too much. I would like to stay below $1,000. Lower the better. Used is ok. I am not opposed to a kit but unfortunately do not have the tools for a big project.

I am not trying to solicit offers. I am trying to get an idea of what to look for.

Any suggestions?

Dave

 

[Art Caputo]

Might consider a Kibler Colonial Kit. Weight might be closer to 9 pounds, but balance is superb. My 58 cal recently acquired came in at 8.5# and my buddies 54, just shy of 9#. Superb quality, very accurate, and an easy kit to complete. Price $1050.

 

[Zonie]

I think the only guns that meet the requirements are custom built or, originals if you can find one.

A 36" .54 caliber barrel weigh about 5 pounds all by itself leaving only 3 1/2 pounds for the stock, lock and the rest of the hardware. Building the gun that's being sought might be a pretty tough job.

 

[Phil Coffins]

My Kibler 54 came in at 9 pounds 2 ounces and feels lighter then that in the hand. The barrel is around 43” and swamped. I suppose a hack saw could bring it down to 36” and a pound lighter.

 

[Dave in the Desert]

Thank you. I guess I could have done the simple mathematics and figured it out. Looks like its gotta have a lil weight to it.

 

[EC121]

I believe Colerain sells an octagon-to-round rifle barrel. That would save some weight. Track sells them or you might call Colerain direct. You will have to have the gun built or buy used. $1000 new won't do it. That is just over parts cost for a custom build. A used Harpers Ferry would get close, but the production guns have architecture problems.

 

[Critter Getter]

Pedersoli Frontier .54 is listed at around 7 1/2 lbs. Greg

 

[Dave in the Desert]

Thank you Greg. I missed that.

On TOTW I found: Build Track's Isaac Haines 1770 era Lancaster longrifle, 38" swamped heavy 'C" profile barrel. A little pricey when everything is added and out of my skill level right now but a barrel at 4.2 lbs would keep the weight down.

 

[Griz44Mag]

Pedersoli Frontier .54 is listed at around 7 1/2 lbs. GregView attachment 67561

I was just fixing to post that. My Frontier meets all the OP's criteria and is a great shooter!

 

[Dave in the Desert]

Definitely on my radar now. I already did a search but like so many things these days they appear to be in short supply. I will be on the lookout.

 

[billraby]

I have a 66 caliber with a 44 inch barrel that weighs 6.5 pounds. It has octagon to round barrel with a big hole in the middle and a really thin walnut stock. You can get lighter barrels if you go with 62 or larger caliber.

 

[tenngun]

Track also sells the TFC and NWG with a .58 rifles barrel half round, I think they offer precision variants
You could how to a 32” with out loss of performance.

 

[nseries]

Dave, I just sent you a message.

 

[Griz44Mag]

Definitely on my radar now. I already did a search but like so many things these days they appear to be in short supply. I will be on the lookout.

Abes seems to have both flint and percussion Frontiers in stock....
I have done business with them in the past - very good people to deal with.
https://abes-general-store-co.myshopify.com/collections/muzzleloaders?page=2