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Old 04-28-2018, 05:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Canuck Bob View Post

The recommendation for .40 caliber is really interesting. As well Cat has me considering a percussion rifle. I suspect ordering percussion parts or rifles from the States might be a big hassle though.
My suggestion would be to try and fire as many styles as you can both flinter and cap lock before you decide!
I originally thought I wanted a Lancaster County style long rifle but over the years found that I really like the half stocked plains style rifles, regardless of caliber.
I have built , hunted with and competed with a few flinters but can't seem too get away from thee big Hawken style rifles!
However, I do have friends who started with flint or went from cap lock to flint and never looked back!
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