Flinter Suggestions?

[Ohio1]

Hey Guy's, Can anyone steer me in the right direction on a flint gun.....never shot one, only percussion (I have three). I can't seem to find a .40cal, most are .45 or 50! I like the Pedersoli's but am willing to go custom if need be! Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks for your time!

Steve

 

[Jim Evans]

Look down this post and you will see TVM and Tip Curtis to read about custom guns makers. Check Dixie Guns you will find Pedersoli finish and in kits.

 

[TinStar]

Ditto. Check out Pedersoli Frontier and Pennsylvania rifles. Or a Lyman.
Why restrict yourself to a .40 If you are just starting? Custom guns can cost$$ and "parts" sets may not be to your liking.

TinStar
Soli Deo Gloria!

 

[smil]

Track of the Wolf has several 40's listed for sale.

 

[azmntman]

If ya could afford it I suggest a custom and order an extra barrel? Then ya get .40 and .58 or whatever (maybe even .62 smoothbore) :wink:

 

[William O.]

What is your budget? A custom or semi-custom is the way to go if you can wait several months to get it. You will have a rifle made to fit you and then you may develop an addiction to custom made guns as well,LOL!
At any rate, there are several builders out there who can make you a working man's gun that isn't fancy but completely functional and reliable, made to fit you exactly and will cost less than the high end factory rifles. Or you could get one in kit form or in the white depending on your skills to save money. Lastly there is always finding a good used rifle.

 

[Alden]

I would tend to follow my historical interest(s) and these days go commercial, meaning, something from Pedersoli most likely...

 

[galamb]

Saying I'm looking for a flintlock is kinda like saying "I'm looking for a car" - after getting lot's of suggestions about the fastest sports cars, you mention "I have 5 kids and need a mini-van".

What's your price range - that will dictate to some extent what will be available - even a semi-custom starts around the $1200 mark - and that's for a "plain Jane".

Are you looking for something HC/PC or just "a rifle"?

Do you have a look you are after? Early Virginia, Lancaster etc

If you narrow what you are after and what you want to spend you will probably get more "applicable" suggestions.

 

[Ohio1]

I'm basically looking for a squirrel gun in flint! I have 3 .32's cap guns and I thought I'd go up to a .40. Seems like a 45 or 50 would be more of a deer rifle. I lean towards the Pedersoli Kentucky rifle! A thousand dollars is about max on my budget!
Just want fast lock time and reliability. Thanks,

Steve

 

[Stubert]

a .40 for squirrel is gonna make ALOT of stew meat unless you do head shots only.

 

[Ohio1]

That's the only shot I'll take on a squirrel, cause I like to eat them. It's either in the head or a complete miss! Thanks,

Steve

 

[Many Klatch]

My wife shoots a .36 flintlock. If you are going custom you don't have to restrict yourself to the standard calibers.

Many Klatch

 

[cowpoke1955]

Why not look at the Pedersoli Blue Ridgr/Frontier in .32 or .36?

 

[galamb]

Have you considered converting one of your current rifles?

If it's a T/C or a Lyman you can get a lock and new barrel.

L&R makes replacement flintlocks for T/C, and Lyman - $148 and it will fit right into the inlet. (L&R RPL at TOTW)

Then get ahold if a place like The Gun Works (Oregon Barrels) to build you a "drop in" flint barrel - they currently make a custom drop in for $350 - fitted for T/C or Lyman rifles. (Gun Works Drop in Barrels)

For 500 bucks you could get your new caliber.

 

[Wes/Tex]

If you're not sure yet which way to go, I'll second the advice about checking Track's site. They handle lots of rifles in flint from many different 'schools'(meaning styles developed in different areas). Many are extremely well done and very expensive while others may go more to the 'Southern', 'Tennessee' or 'Mountain' style which are usually plainer and less expensive. You don't necessarily have to buy from them, but the photos and details are very educational.

Also check "Articles-Charts-Links" under "Member Resources" on the "Forum Index" page above. There are links to many custom & semi-custom builders whose work you can check out till you decide on a style you like. Also keep and eye on the "Classified" section here as well...a lot of guns come up for sale by members. Some makers also do an "In-The-White" rifle which is basically assembled but hasn't had the finish done to stock or barrel & other metal parts. You can save some money if you have the skill and patience. Good luck on your search.

 

[roundball]

IMO, the .40cal is an outstanding caliber”¦economical to shoot year round at the range, extremely accurate, versatile in terms of hunting a variety of game, etc.
As to the occasional comment posted about how a .40cal must only be used for head shots on a squirrel because they tear up the meat too bad, so far that’s never been my experience”¦here's a few examples that were not head shots:

 

[Rusty_Nail]

I lean towards the Pedersoli Kentucky rifle! A thousand dollars is about max on my budget!
Just want fast lock time and reliability. Thanks,
Steve

DGW Dixie Winter Flier is running nice prices in their winter ad on Pedersoli flint KY rifles, both kit and finished. Only .32,.45 and .50 cal., but also $675.00 or less depending on kit or done, and caliber.

 

[Ohio1]

roundball, that's a very good look'in flinter....what brand is it?
Thanks,

Steve

 

[roundball]

It's a .40cal Late Lancaster built by Matt Avance at TVM. No money went towards things like a patchbox, engravings, inlays, carvings, etc...put more money into a beautiful super premium + + piece of wood instead. Has a 38" GM barrel, Chambers Deluxe Siler, Davis double set triggers...shoots like a dream.

 

[tenngun]

Sitting Fox offers some in the white in about the 900-1000 dollor range. The poor-boys are slim and light based on a southren rifle design with options that can steer you to h/c or go with a not quite right but still very handsome gun. You can get the .40 in 13/16, or you could move away from them rifle guns an go with a smooty for them tree rats. Sitting fox offers barn-guns. Very simple poor-boy fowling pieces.