Traditions Trapper (and similar) shooters

[amcmullen]

Good point.

 

[zimmerstutzen]

We're the Lyman figures with a prb or a bullet. A bullet heavier than a round ball will increase working pressures a lot. And when I mentioned the caution, it was in reference to a load used in a kentucky pistol, NOT a trapper. I have had both. The trapper is heavy and clunky. AS I RECALL THE TRAPPER BARREL IS 15/16TH and the Kentucky is 7/8, a bit less meat on the bones.

 

[azmntman]

Some handguns don't like to be shot from the bench.....

I do much better off hand with a handgun...

Keep practicing and trying different combinations....you'll find one that works...

YA, I found my only KY style single shot hates rests. I can shoot a rest with a BP revolver (and other SS shots I have had) but this traditions kit gun HATES a rest. My group shrinks 100% off hand (and thats wierd for me!).

I had a CVA Mnt .50 pistol could hit a quarter at 25 yds EVERY shot. Won alot of bets when I was younger. Shoulda NEVER sold that one.

All above good advise. I would try some 2f :idunno: , maybe try 15-20 grains and a thin patch and also try a .495 ball (all one at a time). The gun is very likely capable of your goal (or better) but it has yet to be fed its proper treat. Keep on shooting, take notes etc. You will get there.

 

[Zonie]

We're the Lyman figures with a prb or a bullet. ...

The velocities I quoted were shot using a .490 diameter, 177 grain roundball in .015 thick Ox-Yoke pre lubed cotton patches.

 

[amcmullen]

MUCH better!!!! Thanks to all. .490 ball and a thin patch (unknown thickness) 40 grains of powder. I can relax a little, the gun is in fact capable! This pistol doesn't like 320 grain REAL bullets. I learned a lot of things today. Off hand shooting and a grease patch is required. Moose milk patches catch fire! :shocked2: can't wait to get out again.

THANKS ALL!!! :thumbsup:

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[amcmullen]

P.S. that's a 3inch bullseye at 25 yds

 

[fistmil]

When shooting a handgun from a rest, I only let the heel of the pistol grip touch the rest. The stock, barrel or frame do not come in contact with the rest. I've had good results shooting this way for years with both center fire and muzzle loading handguns. It takes some getting use to, but it works for me. Just my 2 cents worth.

 

[rodwha]

Interesting. I've not considered that, not seen anyone else do so. Makes a bit of sense though as it can't impede the harmonics, though I've rested the trigger guard and portion of the frame aft of it, along with the loading lever on these non modern pistols.