Hawken Woodsman (.54 Caliber)

Published on October 14, 2017
Duration: 7:45

This review covers the Traditions Hawken Woodsman in .54 caliber, a reproduction of the iconic Plains Rifle. It details historical context, features like brass fittings and double set triggers, and demonstrates safe loading and live-fire. The video also includes a guide to field stripping and maintenance for this percussion muzzleloader.

Quick Summary

The Traditions Hawken Woodsman .54 caliber muzzleloader features brass fittings, an adjustable rear sight, a stock patch box, and double set triggers for accuracy. Safe loading involves clearing the nipple, adding 90 grains of 2FG black powder, and seating a .530 round ball with a patch, ensuring no air gaps.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Historical Context of the Hawken Rifle
  2. 00:53Traditions Hawken Woodsman Features
  3. 02:34Safety Checks and Loading Procedure
  4. 04:47Live Fire Demonstration
  5. 06:18Disassembly and Maintenance

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Traditions Hawken Woodsman .54 caliber muzzleloader?

The Traditions Hawken Woodsman features brass fittings, an adjustable rear sight, a stock-integrated patch box, and a percussion lock. It also includes double set triggers for improved accuracy and a .54 caliber barrel with a 1:48 twist rate.

How do you safely load a Traditions Hawken Woodsman muzzleloader?

First, ensure the rifle is unloaded by firing a percussion cap to clear the nipple. Then, load 90 grains of 2FG Goex black powder, followed by a .530 round ball seated with a pre-lubricated patch using a ball starter and ramrod, ensuring no air gaps.

What is the historical significance of the Hawken rifle?

The Hawken rifle, also known as the 'Plains Rifle,' was developed in 1823 and became highly popular during the fur trade and mountain man eras, favored by frontiersmen for its ruggedness and accuracy.

How do you field strip the Traditions Hawken Woodsman for cleaning?

To field strip, remove the ramrod, use a non-metallic mallet to drive out the barrel wedge, and lift the barrel from the stock. Finally, remove the nipple with a specialized wrench for thorough cleaning of the ignition channel.

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