Knight LK-93/Wolverine primer blow back

[Bob G.]

I have a Knight LK-93 50 cal that I bought around 1995. Came with a black stock, SS barrel and #11 nipple. I originally used Pyrodex powder with the #11 cap.

When Knight came out with a 209 conversion, I got it and started using Pyrodex pellets. I use Winchester W209 primers.

My only issue with this rifle is that there is a lot of primer blow back. It covers the bottom of the scope and the area under the back of the breech plug. I thought this was normal until I started reading posts on this forum. The gun is a good shooter and have shot several deer during our late muzzleloader season in VT.

I got a CVA Accura MR 3 years ago and is now now my primary muzzleloader. I got this gun so I would have two muzzleloaders in case one had an issue. I hunt over 2 hours from home at my camp and always take a second gun for whatever season I hunt. With an o-ring in the primer pocket, the Federal 209A primers are clean in the CVA. The break action is easy to clean and install/remove the primer.

Is there a solution to keep the LK-93 from getting so dirty shooting without going back to the #11 cap and loose powder? I really don’t plan on shooting this gun unless my CVA and/or scope has an issue. The primer pocket on the Knight is to big for the o-ring that I use on the CVA.

On a side note, I’ve seen the Woodman Patriots at our sportsman show at Hal Blood’s booth a few years ago and forgot about them until I saw a post here. Covid shut down the show the last few years. It’s back on this month and I’ll be looking at them. Might have to get one.

 

[phalanx]

The only solution I am aware of on those older slam fire guns is to use a cover over the open breech area like some thing made from leather or vinyl. Alternately you can also use a scope protector or electrical tape wrapped around the scope. I use both and went back to #11 caps because it was "less" dirty than the 209s.

 

[Bob G.]

Thanks for the reply. I’ll probably just put electrical tape on the scope and under the back of of the breech plug.

 

[snapbang]

I have a LK-93 and a Bighorn. I shoot the #11 and loose powder. I have very little blow back. Very Little.
If its a back up gun would it be difficult to go back to #11 and loose??????
If you stick with 209 and pellets it will only be a clean up chore when you use it. Not often by your description.
Patriot you say???? Could it be you need an excuse for a new MZ. Remember, no judgements here. If you need a new MZ just go get one. The word need is open to much interpretation.

 

[Bob G.]

I don't need a new muzzleloader as I have the CVA as the primary. Our sportsman show is in 2 weeks and there should be some Patriots to check out.

I don't need any more guns in general but doesn't keep me from getting one every now and then!!

 

[WV Hunter]

All the knight plunger models are dirty, regardless of ignition type. There's no way around it, but its no big deal.

I cut and fashion black electrical tape on my scopes between the rings. Can't hardly tell its there, it cleans up easy, and you can replace the tape easily as needed.

 

[Bob G.]

Well, tape it is!

 

[primer mark]

I have a Lk-93, 54 cal..I also did the conversion to 209. no dirty blow back.easy clean up and accurate.It didn't shoot well with pellets.I use 777 ,2f loose powder.

 

[Bob G.]

Getting rid of the Knight LK-93 this weekend. Will be left with my Patriot as a primary muzzleloader with a CVA Accura MR as a backup. Also have a cheapie flintlock for PA’s late season.

 

[rugerbh103]

I love the old Knight plunger guns. Mine are among my most accurate rifles. They are dirty, no way around it.

 

[snapbang]

I think "black powder" sums it up.

 

[michiganmuzzy]

Im putting together a Wolverine in .45. Not sure which ignition yet. Probably #11, I dont think it’s as dirty as the 209s.

 

[primer mark]

I didn't see much difference between the conversion and the #11.#11 will work just fine,and cheaper.