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I recently acquired a new (lightly used) .54 calibre rifle from the classifieds here. I used it for the first time today at the monthly muzzleloader match at Central Florida Muzzleloaders.
I did participate in the match, but I was just testing the rifle out and dialing it in. I was not competitive. I was off target. But, my shot groups were very nice. Tight. 4 out of 5 shots overlapped each other. The rear sight was adjustable and I worked quickly to bring it to target. I was just getting fairly confident when...
SURPRISE! UNANNOUNCED CLUB TURKEY SHOOT!
1st prize a turkey, 2nd prize a bottle of wine- two if you go for the cheap brand. (Both were supplied via a Publix Grocery gift card)
One shot. 25 yards. Shoot what you have standing free hand. Ten minutes allowed. Go!
I won my first Turkey Shoot with a new rifle I got here. (Hey, Al!) The Cabelas Hawken, 1:48 twist, .54 calibre by Investarms... the one without the patch box brass... not the carbine... not the one made by Pendersoli...
I used 405 grain Lead Powerbelt .54 w/90 grains of Hodgdon Triple 777, 3F.
This is the first time I have used Powerbelt products, the 2nd time I have used H 777, and the first time shooting a Cabelas and/or Investarms rifle. I shoot roundball/patch with Holy Black nearly always. Today I was experimenting with a new hunting load/back up rifle for a hunt in December.
I intend to do a more thorough write up- later- about this rifle and the three other rifles you find when you search for a Cabelas Hawken. But, not today.
I can tell you that I am very consistent with this set up at 25, 50, and 100 yards. It kicks noticeably. It is not as bad as smokeless firearms, but is the hardest BP kick I have experienced. I am so impressed with it that I will use it for my hunt rather than my Hatfield this December. (I am not feeling the Buck Horn sights this season.) I am also really curious about the stopping power for this set up. Wish me luck!
Now, to bask in the glory of my Turkey Shoot win! I Alvin Yorked 'em! :lol::joker::lol:
PS. Using Powerbelt makes this an expensive day at the range when compared to round balls. These are 24.95/Package of 15 plus shipping. They are hard to find in stores or even on line when compared to round balls. Is it worth it? I am intrigued enough to keep playing with them. I am placing another order today. I want to see what they do on game. I think they will punch hard. They do seem to have an accuracy advantage. We will see.
PPS. One of the boys posted a pic of me getting my prize. As you can tell, I was not enjoying myself. (I am SO shy! )
:geek:
I did participate in the match, but I was just testing the rifle out and dialing it in. I was not competitive. I was off target. But, my shot groups were very nice. Tight. 4 out of 5 shots overlapped each other. The rear sight was adjustable and I worked quickly to bring it to target. I was just getting fairly confident when...
SURPRISE! UNANNOUNCED CLUB TURKEY SHOOT!
1st prize a turkey, 2nd prize a bottle of wine- two if you go for the cheap brand. (Both were supplied via a Publix Grocery gift card)
One shot. 25 yards. Shoot what you have standing free hand. Ten minutes allowed. Go!
I won my first Turkey Shoot with a new rifle I got here. (Hey, Al!) The Cabelas Hawken, 1:48 twist, .54 calibre by Investarms... the one without the patch box brass... not the carbine... not the one made by Pendersoli...
I used 405 grain Lead Powerbelt .54 w/90 grains of Hodgdon Triple 777, 3F.
This is the first time I have used Powerbelt products, the 2nd time I have used H 777, and the first time shooting a Cabelas and/or Investarms rifle. I shoot roundball/patch with Holy Black nearly always. Today I was experimenting with a new hunting load/back up rifle for a hunt in December.
I intend to do a more thorough write up- later- about this rifle and the three other rifles you find when you search for a Cabelas Hawken. But, not today.
I can tell you that I am very consistent with this set up at 25, 50, and 100 yards. It kicks noticeably. It is not as bad as smokeless firearms, but is the hardest BP kick I have experienced. I am so impressed with it that I will use it for my hunt rather than my Hatfield this December. (I am not feeling the Buck Horn sights this season.) I am also really curious about the stopping power for this set up. Wish me luck!
Now, to bask in the glory of my Turkey Shoot win! I Alvin Yorked 'em! :lol::joker::lol:
PS. Using Powerbelt makes this an expensive day at the range when compared to round balls. These are 24.95/Package of 15 plus shipping. They are hard to find in stores or even on line when compared to round balls. Is it worth it? I am intrigued enough to keep playing with them. I am placing another order today. I want to see what they do on game. I think they will punch hard. They do seem to have an accuracy advantage. We will see.
PPS. One of the boys posted a pic of me getting my prize. As you can tell, I was not enjoying myself. (I am SO shy! )
:geek: