Back in the game

[onausable]

I've been absent from muzzleloading for sometime but I've decided to get back in the game. I'm looking for a squirrel rifle, .36 cal and here is the kicker...left hand. I'm interested in your input. I don't have time to build so this rifle will have to be "out of the box". I'm willing to consider a used gun as well. I've set a budget of no more than $600. What should I look for? Thanks to all in advance.

 

[Tracy]

I think Traditions makes one called the Crockett,but i dont know if thet make it in left handed or not.You might look in Dixie Gun Works catalogue,they may have others.

 

[CoyoteJoe]

I think Traditions makes one called the Crockett,but i dont know if thet make it in left handed or not.You might look in Dixie Gun Works catalogue,they may have others.

The Dixie was the only left-hander I could think of and checking their catalog I see they no longer list the squirrel rifle, only the .50 caliber Tennessee Mtn Rifle. The Crockett is a .32 and right hand only. Life is challenging for the south-paw types, the traditional ML market is small enough and no one wants to cater to only 10% of that small market. Sorry--

 

[Old Ironsights]

There's always Underhammers.... :winking:

 

[Old Ironsights]

Howabout just buy a Left Handed whatever and get a .36 barrel to match?

 

[onausable]

I have the Dixie Tennessee Mountain rifle in a lefty version. As far as I have been able to determine the squirrel rifle was only made in right hand. Looks like I may have to spend a bit more money and have one built or play a waiting game and see if something comes to market.

 

[Sham66]

Howdy!

I shoot rifles left-handed as well. I've got a .50 Traditions Kentucky right hander and have no problems at all. Every once in a while get some hot cap or powder residue on the inner right forearm, but that's about it.

Now my flint rifle is a lefty :winking:

James