Videos tagged with Hawken-style

This guide details the loading and firing process for the Lyman Great Plains Rifle, a .54 caliber Hawken-style percussion muzzleloader, as demonstrated by Hickok45. It covers essential steps from powder loading to firing, emphasizing traditional black powder techniques. Hickok45, a recognized expert, provides insights into the historical significance and practical application of this classic firearm.

This guide details the process of loading and firing the Lyman Great Plains Rifle, a .54 caliber muzzleloader, as demonstrated by firearms expert Hickok45. It covers historical context, safe loading procedures with black powder and patched round balls, and troubleshooting common issues like 'dry balling'. The instruction emphasizes historical accuracy and practical application for enthusiasts of period firearms.

This comprehensive review of the Lyman Trade Rifle, presented by firearms expert Nutnfancy, covers its historical context, technical specifications, and performance. Nutnfancy highlights the rifle's excellent value, aesthetic appeal with its European walnut stock, and impressive accuracy at 100 yards. He provides detailed insights into its percussion cap ignition, loading techniques using modern accessories like speed loaders, and compares it favorably to other traditional muzzleloaders. The review emphasizes the rifle's suitability for both historical reenactment and practical hunting applications.