Videos tagged with Lyman Great Plains Rifle

This review covers the Lyman Great Plains Rifle, a .54 caliber Hawken-style muzzleloader. It details the loading process with black powder and lead balls, emphasizing historical context and the enjoyment of traditional shooting. The rifle is noted for its surprising accuracy when loaded correctly, making it a faithful reproduction of classic 'Rocky Mountain Rifles'.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Lyman Great Plains Rifle in .54 caliber, a faithful replica of the historic Hawken rifle. Hickok45 demonstrates the loading process using specific powder charges and projectiles, discusses the rifle's historical context, and evaluates its shooting performance. Key takeaways include the importance of a tight ball fit for accuracy, the surprisingly low fouling of the smooth bore, and the rewarding experience of shooting traditional muzzleloaders.

This review of the Lyman Great Plains Rifle highlights its authentic Hawken-style design with iron furniture. Hickok45 demonstrates proper loading techniques for black powder, patched round balls, and discusses safety considerations. The rifle's historical context for fur trappers is explored, along with its range performance and potential sight visibility issues.