Kibler's .32 caliber SMR.

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

Good morning, to all.

I would like to reach out to anyone that owns a SMR in .32 caliber, or .36 caliber. I originally had my mind set on .32, now I’m wondering about a .36.
I would like to hear from those who own one or both as mentioned above. I own a Crockett Rifle in .32, other than finding, or making the correct size patch it's easy to clean, and I really don't have a fouling problem. I know there is a big difference between 32” and 44”. Although it is .30 caliber minimum to legally take deer in Florida, I don’t see myself using it for deer, unless perfect shot was to fall in place. It will mostly be for squirrels, and just shooting targets. I don’t see many rabbits around here when hunting.

I would like to hear pros and cons from fellow forum members.

Thanks to all.
Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[MedicMike3762]

Do the 32! I have an older 32 from kibler with a 46” barrel, and it is aces! Squirrel killing machine and quiet.

 

[Johnny Too-Tall]

I prefer the 32 over the 36 for squirrels and the 36 over the 32 for targets

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

Do the 32! I have an older 32 from kibler with a 46” barrel, and it is aces! Squirrel killing machine and quiet.

Thanks Mike.
Ya have a real nice set up there.
I appreciate your reply.

Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

I prefer the 32 over the 36 for squirrels and the 36 over the 32 for targets

Thanks Ranger.
I appreciate your reply.

Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[olskool]

i have a 36, it is a tack driver. but on squirrels it hurts them real bad! even with a light charge. if that was my only gold i would get a 32,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

i have a 36, it is a tack driver. but on squirrels it hurts them real bad! even with a light charge. if that was my only gold i would get a 32,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,

Thank you, Olskool.
Squirrels is pretty my goal, and plinking around outback on some targets.
I appreciate your reply.

Take Care Stay Safe

 

[Jim K]

I have a Crockett and a kibler smr in .36. I prefer the .36 to the .32. The hole it puts in a squirrel is only .04” bigger but the gun weighs less than a .32.

My kibler really shoots good! That being said there are a few things I dont care for. I don’t care for the 44” barrel, the crescent butt plate and the little set trigger, and you can’t shoot it with gloves on. I have to wear a glove with the trigger finger cut off to squirrel hunt.

Sooo, I’m in the process of building a new squirrel rifle with 38” barrel, single trigger with trigger guard size I can wear a glove with and a straighter butt plate. It is a .36 barrel. It is an Isaac Haines style rifle .

Hope this helps. We all have different likes and dislikes. Just my two cents.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

I have a Crockett and a kibler smr in .36. I prefer the .36 to the .32. The hole it puts in a squirrel is only .04” bigger but the gun weighs less than a .32.

My kibler really shoots good! That being said there are a few things I dont care for. I don’t care for the 44” barrel, the crescent butt plate and the little set trigger, and you can’t shoot it with gloves on. I have to wear a glove with the trigger finger cut off to squirrel hunt.

Sooo, I’m in the process of building a new squirrel rifle with 38” barrel, single trigger with trigger guard size I can wear a glove with and a straighter butt plate. It is a .36 barrel. It is an Isaac Haines style rifle .

Hope this helps. We all have different likes and dislikes. Just my two cents.

Thank you, Jim.
That's exactly what I was looking for, as many two cents as possible.
Thanks for taking the time to reply.

Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[Jim K]

You’re welcome Fred. I’m sure some of the things I don’t care for on the smr, others like. I know some fellas like long barrels. I don’t. Smr’s are to be shot off the bicep and across the chest. Takes getting used to.

Bob McBride has a video on it.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

You’re welcome Fred. I’m sure some of the things I don’t care for on the smr, others like. I know some fellas like long barrels. I don’t. Smr’s are to be shot off the bicep and across the chest. Takes getting used to.

Bob McBride has a video on it.

I'll look up that video.
Thanks Jim

 

[ronaldrothb49]

You stated for squirrel hunting and target shooting which will you be using it more? If like myself you will be doing more target shooting then I would opt for a .40 caliber. The wind will still bother it some but not like a .32 or a .36. I have had all three. won more matches with the .40 than any other rifle I have owned.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

You stated for squirrel hunting and target shooting which will you be using it more? If like myself you will be doing more target shooting then I would opt for a .40 caliber. The wind will still bother it some but not like a .32 or a .36. I have had all three. won more matches with the .40 than any other rifle I have owned.

Ronald, thank you for your reply.
When I stated shooting targets, it just for fun in back yard, not serious competition. More squirrel hunting than anything else.

Thanks again for your advice.

Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[Johnny Too-Tall]

With eitheer one I recommend you buy a ball mold as availability to buy round balls for either caliber is impossible here. Good thing about the 36 is you can buy 000 buck in bulk and run it with no issues. Just something extra to think about

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

With eitheer one I recommend you buy a ball mold as availability to buy round balls for either caliber is impossible here. Good thing about the 36 is you can buy 000 buck in bulk and run it with no issues. Just something extra to think about

I've seen the 000 buck for .36 caliber a lot lately.
Thanks.

 

[Polecat_Tom]

I have.32 cal Kibler SMR. It is a tack driver. I purchased

Super Buck Lead #1-1/2 (8 lb/jar) .310​

From Ballistic Products . One jar is about 1280 balls.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

I have.32 cal Kibler SMR. It is a tack driver. I purchased

Super Buck Lead #1-1/2 (8 lb/jar) .310​

From Ballistic Products . One jar is about 1280 balls.

Thanks, Polecat.
I'll look in to that.
Thanks for the tip.

Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[Salty Cracker]

I've killed squirrels with every caliber but something about a .32 makes me wonder. Just my experience but always seems to be some variable of some sort. Finicky with a load or wind or something. A.40 caliber rifle has put a higher percentage of hits in my bag then any other. Never ruined meat more than any other caliber. Just my humble opinion.

 

[Gum Slough Muzzleloader]

I've killed squirrels with every caliber but something about a .32 makes me wonder. Just my experience but always seems to be some variable of some sort. Finicky with a load or wind or something. A.40 caliber rifle has put a higher percentage of hits in my bag then any other. Never ruined meat more than any other caliber. Just my humble opinion.

Thank you, Salty Cracker.
I, do appreciate your time and opinion.
Different opinions is what I was looking for. Been kicking this idea around for a good while now.

Take Care Stay Safe
Fred

 

[TDM]

I have a .36 SMR, but it’s not finished yet! But while I’d love to have a .32 also, I’m not sure my fingers will handle those .32 balls with much success.