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I used to hunt deer in Pa with a TC Pa Hunter when I was younger. 25 years later and I've caught the black powder bug. I recently picked up a used 12 gauge flintlock and a Pedersoli Pa long rifle in 50 caliber. I've come to see that there isn't a lot of love for this brand. Honestly, if I could do it again I'd of saved some pennies and got something else. My question is could I have that rifle bored out to a larger caliber, with rifling? Preferably a 58, or a 54. Any options would be appreciated.
Thanks
Not all dislike the Pedersoli. I own a flintlock pistol by them. Got it at a very good deal. Works fine with no complaints.
 
Because of the size of the barrel?
Yes. The wall thickness on a 7/8 across the flats barrel is too thin counting the depth of the sight and under lug dovetails. Hoyt won’t do it. He is erring on the side of safety and ligitigation.
Interesting enough, Pedersoli did offer the Frontier in a .54 and a slow twist for a while, rare as hen’s teeth.
My .50 was very accurate.
 
I do appreciate all the replies. I will be spending my time on the range to become more proficient at offhand shooting.
Takes allot to shoot 100 yards like that to be honest. Practice shooting positions kneeling, sitting etc.

If I was shooting past 50 yards I'd want a rest... even a kneeling positing if I could is more accurate.

I'm OK at off hand. I can make the shot yea but I never have on a deer yet.. always rested.. kneeling... sitting etc.

Now getting into a good shooting position on a deer can be tricky.. sitting down being comfy and not moving or making noise was one thing... now you have to move some with a deer present.. you don't want to be over turning your body to get the gun on a deer that's on your bad side etc...
 
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