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pedersoli black powder
I did a search and nothing came up on these.
I've always wanted a Hawken and have an opportunity on a Pedersoli Rocky Mountain percussion in .54 caliber. Was wondering if any of you guys (especially the re-enactors) have an opinion on this make and this caliber.
Other than the price. New ones are pricey.
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I am not familiar with that particular model from Pedersoli, but I do know that they make fine firearms. In the past I have had a Pedersoli Brown Bess and Fusil de Chasse and they were both top notch. No complaints.
As far as the caliber goes, what do you plan on using it for?
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Eventually, hunting. Just curious about the .54. Most I see are .50
The listing also said the barrel on this model is given it's twist by broaching. Don't think that matters though.
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Those I've seen (in Cabelas) are pretty decent rifles and are closer copies of the original Hawkens than most factory reproduction guns. I have two traditional 54 caliber BP rifles and two that are 50 cal. (And one inline ML.) Either caliber does a decent job on animals up to elk and moose. Recoil with round balls is not excessive, especially with a rifle that weighs almost ten pounds. (My hunting charge is 120 grains of 2F BP.) Some BP shoots only allow non-adjustable sights if you plan on shooting in competition.
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I have a Pedersoli 1858 Enfield no longer on their list. Its a great gun. Like said before its heavy but well made. Surprisingly accurate. I have a number of friends that have 1777 charleville and Brown Bess all are extremely happy with them, granted smooth bore is smooth bore accurate.
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Thanks. All good to hear.
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Pendersoli Hawkens are nice. Much like my fav. Lyman GPRs. I've owned a few 50s (3) and now have a 54 and prefer it over the others. It's a big hunk of lead and shoots just fine.
You can get into a GPR for less than 500 bucks, kits are cheaper. A kit you can finish like you want, in brass, steel, dark stock, lighter stock, etc. If you put in a little work, you can prob. get one in 54 used for 300 bucks.
I traded for mine, a Dixie shooters model Army 45. The rifle has history, that is what I look for. The stock is from the early 70's and the barrel is darn near spankin new. Refinished the stock and took all the blueing off and made it steel. Need to watch the rust, it gives it color.
Good luck.
Frank
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