I am new to this so..
A few questions regarding sighting.
I have a Traditions, Shenandoah, 50 cal, sidelock.
I was told once that the gun requires some shooting to make the barrel "settle down". I am assuming that means it will take some time or "seasoning" for it to shoot consistently. Approximately how many shots is that with a PRB?
The reason that I ask is that currently my gun at 50 yds shoots a 3 shot group in a coffee cup (regular size) :winking: , dead center but 6 inches low. I have fixed sights. To correct for this drop I need to
A) shave some off the top of the front blade to raise it or
B) find a sight system that can be adjustable. Preferable something that looks closer to period, not fiber optic laser sights, etc.
My worries are that if I shave it off, then want to change loads, I have something irreversible, maybe, or if my barrel hasn't yet settled down, I have to chase my load again with an altered sight that can't be changed.
Is there a sighting system that can replace the one on my gun (currently dovetailed to barrel) what would be the recommendation here?
I like to plink and plan on hunting with it next fall.
Thanks
Bull