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I hope this thread helps other Traditions builders in the future. And speaking of the future.... I don't like shiny brass, so I've begun antiquing the brass fittings. I will also be browning the barrel and I think I'll try my hand at faux tiger striping. Historically correct? Maybe yes and...

Problem solved. I went deeper with the trigger assembly and solved the problem. Still a slight bit of slop, but the pull is crisp and relatively light now. Now I am in the process of reshaping the panels to match. There is a lot of extra wood on these kits. Here is a pic of the pistol...

Thanks for the suggestions. I agree... there is way too much wood on the lock panels. They definitely need to be reshaped. I had thought about reshaping the stock and then forging a new trigger, but if I can avoid firing up the forge, I would prefer it. I like the idea of adding to the...

T First photo shows trigger at the point where it first touches the sear. 2nd pic: Lock removed with trigger in same position. 3rd pic: shows trigger unit inlet now. 4th pic shows trigger unit removed. What do you think?

What do you think, While this is a relatively simple kit (mostly sanding, shaping and assembly), I am unsure how to proceed with the trigger assembly. As inlet, when lock and trigger are test installed, the trigger has so much play that it has to be pulled almost fully back to engage the lock...

Is this gun still available and what condition is the bore?

I am also looking at the Traditions Mountain Rifle. Recent reviews of the Traditions seem to suggest that the quality has improved. I am not a hunter, but an off-hand target shooter. So I'm looking for accuracy more then anything else. I suppose accuracy is never guaranteed gun to gun, so...

I'm considering purchasing a Lyman Great Plains Rifle percussion .50. Built one about ten years ago and was very pleased. But...... I've heard some say that the quality has dropped off and that they are not worth the $$. Has anyone purchased/ built one lately? Please let me know your...

sold pending funds

Dear Stewart, Whichever payment you prefer is fine with me. I will send asap once I receive. Glad my gun is finding a good home! I'll mark as sold pending payment.

Selling my beautiful Caywood Wilson Trade Gun 20 guage smoothbore. I built this gun 10+ years ago and only fired on rare occasions. Less then 100 rounds fired. Always cleaned and protected when in storage. With its 41" barrel this gun is surprisingly light (around 7 pounds) and points...

I checked and I do have a double set/phase trigger. I did file the trigger slightly lower but was afraid to go much further. Also I was correct, the hole I drilled for the sear was slightly off so I opened it a bit so there was no interference. All that being said, I decided I don't mind...

Thank you so much. That gives me a great place to start. I'll report back once I remove the trigger assembly a little later this evening! Thanks again!

Greetings Everyone, I recently put together my version of a southern mountain rifle, using an R.E. Davis Late Ketland lock and set triggers. Used a straight Rice barrel in .40 cal. I definitely was learning as I went along, but I'm proud of her none the less. Shoots accurately and is a real...

Final analysis, Thanks for all your suggestions. My final thoughts about the problem are: Allowing soapy water to stand in rifle for about 5 minutes before removing (as with a flintlock) may have caused residue to enter into the drum. I only tried this twice before the problem occurred. Now...

A Bit more info.... I not sure what to add. First, I don't use lube other then a spit patch. I run a loose fitting patch down the bore between shots which is also a spit patch. After shooting, I remove the barrel, remove the nipple and repeatedly pour warm soapy water down the bore. After a...

Problem with misfires today :idunno: Took my percussion GPR to the range today. Ran a clean patch down the bore to clean any residual oil and then fired a cap to clear the nipple. For my first round I pulled the trigger, the cap fired, but no shot. Replaced cap. cleaned nipple and tried...

Greetings everyone, It's been quite a week, so this morning, just to relax, I grabbed my GPR .50 percussion and headed out to my brother's farm to toss a few lead balls. This is my target shooting at 50 yards off-handed standing. I use 70 grains FFF under a spit patch made from pillow...

Greetings Everyone :surrender: Quick question. Has anyone had experience with current Rayl straight rifle barrels (as compared to GM and Colerain)? I have a Rayl pistol barrel that I used as a replacement barrel for a cheap Spanish 1970's Kentucky Pistol kit. Have found it to be quite...

I've been wanting to build a Southern Rifle for years and am getting a bit closer. Will probably use one of the available kits. My question.... Would it be appropriate to paint a faux tiger stripe stock on a Southern Mt. rifle? Are there many know examples? Thanks for your input! :hatsoff: