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As I have posted a few threads in the classifieds and gotten some sound advice, which I am following, I figured I'd share some of the enhancements I am making to my TC Hawken and Renegade. The pan/frizzen on my hawken will not hold powder at all. I contemplated replacing the lock, but got some good advice to connect with Brad at Cabin Creek. One very informative phone call, and replacing the frizzen and tuning the lock seemed to be a no-brainer. I dropped both guns off this week and hope to have them back soon.
I have also been thinking about a faster twist than the TCs have to better handle canonicals/maxi-balls. Brad suggested I connect with Bobby Hoyt to discuss a re-bore from 50 to 54 or to possibly install a new liner and stay with 50 cal. I will in all likelihood go this route, if I can get them back prior to the PA late season flintlock....as this is my only real application for these rifles.
I've read lots of threads on this forum about 54 caliber, etc. The only real drawback I see for me is the more limited selection of canonicals (no Hornady great plains). But would be interested in any views you have on moving to 54 and if you are not shooting PRB, what canonical you use. Also, any thoughts on the re-bore vs the liner/new bore would be welcome.
I have also been thinking about a faster twist than the TCs have to better handle canonicals/maxi-balls. Brad suggested I connect with Bobby Hoyt to discuss a re-bore from 50 to 54 or to possibly install a new liner and stay with 50 cal. I will in all likelihood go this route, if I can get them back prior to the PA late season flintlock....as this is my only real application for these rifles.
I've read lots of threads on this forum about 54 caliber, etc. The only real drawback I see for me is the more limited selection of canonicals (no Hornady great plains). But would be interested in any views you have on moving to 54 and if you are not shooting PRB, what canonical you use. Also, any thoughts on the re-bore vs the liner/new bore would be welcome.