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And maybe other states say only muzzle loaded rifles are legal for hunting. Does a Sharps fall in this category?
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Indiana falls into that category of state. Also, a no go here for ML season as the projectile must load from the muzzle by design of the firearm. At least these days we can hunt with them during the firearms season. Wasn't that long ago even that wasn't allowed as we were a shotgun, muzzle loader, handgun state only for gun hunting.
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That specifically projectile must load from the muzzle is new. They recently loosened up the rules that used to state powder and projectile to allow the use a new-fangled unmentionable during ML season.
Quick edit with additional info.
That specifically projectile must load from the muzzle is new. They recently loosened up the rules that used to state powder and projectile to allow the use a new-fangled unmentionable during ML season.
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Matt-J2
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As mentioned earlier, no, because it loads from the breech. Quick clip from tpwd.texas.gov:
The page listing season dates also emphasizes the "only" in bold.
Similar wording here in WI, for what it's worth.
The page listing season dates also emphasizes the "only" in bold.
Similar wording here in WI, for what it's worth.
Some states, like here in Arkansas, have changed their rules. As of 2024:
A Sharps using a centerfire metallic cartridge larger than .30 cal is now legal equipment to use during the early "Alternative Weapons" season. Formerly known as Muzzleloading season. RIP.
I am not sure where a percussion Sharps would fall in this new regulation, as far as Mr. Greenjeans would be concerned. It is a "straight wall" cartridge, albeit made of paper, and the fire does come from a cone in the center of the breech block. At least that's what I would say
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A Sharps using a centerfire metallic cartridge larger than .30 cal is now legal equipment to use during the early "Alternative Weapons" season. Formerly known as Muzzleloading season. RIP.
I am not sure where a percussion Sharps would fall in this new regulation, as far as Mr. Greenjeans would be concerned. It is a "straight wall" cartridge, albeit made of paper, and the fire does come from a cone in the center of the breech block. At least that's what I would say
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I can answer for North Carolina-
A percussion Sharps, Smith, etc ARE LEGAL for muzzleloading/primitive weapons season in NC.
The key here is "No fixed ammunition" meaning it has a separate percussion cap for ignition. That absolutely rules out a cartridge Sharps or any other arm that uses self contained ammunition like modern unmentionables.
And yes, this is NOT my answer but comes straight from NC Wildlife Dept in Raleigh and a couple game wardens I've spoken with.
A percussion Sharps, Smith, etc ARE LEGAL for muzzleloading/primitive weapons season in NC.
The key here is "No fixed ammunition" meaning it has a separate percussion cap for ignition. That absolutely rules out a cartridge Sharps or any other arm that uses self contained ammunition like modern unmentionables.
And yes, this is NOT my answer but comes straight from NC Wildlife Dept in Raleigh and a couple game wardens I've spoken with.
