My brother and I were able to get out shooting today. His CVA Hawken .54cal 1:48 twist is now dead on at 100 with 80gr 2fg goex. 020" patch and .490" round ball. I did a 3/4 length forestock bedding job on it and that really made things solid.
I had my traditions mountain rifle with me and decided 90gr 2fg goex, .020" patch and .490 round ball. I wanted to see how well that 1:48 twist did with a heavier charge than I normally use and she handled it well! 3 1/2" group at 100 yards for 5 shots. I do have to file a little more sight of however. Its about 4" low now VS over a foot when I first tried out the new rear sight lol.
Im happy with both rifles and shooters. I MAY go bear hunting in August with that mountain rifle, but am not sure yet.
Now to sit back, relax and clean the rifles.
I had my traditions mountain rifle with me and decided 90gr 2fg goex, .020" patch and .490 round ball. I wanted to see how well that 1:48 twist did with a heavier charge than I normally use and she handled it well! 3 1/2" group at 100 yards for 5 shots. I do have to file a little more sight of however. Its about 4" low now VS over a foot when I first tried out the new rear sight lol.
Im happy with both rifles and shooters. I MAY go bear hunting in August with that mountain rifle, but am not sure yet.
Now to sit back, relax and clean the rifles.