Author Topic: NEF ML (Read 488 times)

Tracker · « **on:** August 20, 2003, 01:48:51 AM »

Anyone have any reports on this rifle. I am looking at picking one up for my nephew. Pros/cons would be appreciated.

TOGO · « **Reply #1 on:** August 20, 2003, 02:33:07 PM »

Tracker,

I bought one early in the spring, not designed for magnum loads (150gr) max is 100gr. Shoots 1 1/2 to 2 inch groups at 100 meters, easy to clean, uses a plastic disc to carry the 209 primer which makes it easy to insert and remove. You can order from NEF a scope rail and hammer extension (comes together) $20.00. My ML shoots it's best groups with 295gr or bigger bullets. Price is great !!! about $130.00 a walmart.
CONS- The ram rod is teloscoping it is made of brass, so you need to buy a fiberglass rod and 50cal cleaning jag for range use. the factory rod will bend or break if used to much at the range, lousy to use during bore swabbing. Sights are cheaply made fiber optic, recommend getting the scope with HIGH scope rings to clear the hammer. All in all I would say go for it you will not have any regrets. You can go to NEF's web site, they have a forum similar to greybeard with a muzzleloading forum, you can get a lot more info. :grin:

Tracker · « **Reply #2 on:** August 20, 2003, 02:57:17 PM »

Thanks for the report. Accuracy is a lot better than I would have expected. I have a fried in Utah that uses one and loves it. He has the money to buy what he wants and elects to shhot the NEF. Problem is he never shoot over 50 yards and has no idea what it will do a 100.

docux · « **Reply #3 on:** August 20, 2003, 03:55:55 PM »

Hi Tracker I have 50 cal. NEF ml that is very accurate with 360 gr. Lee imp. minnie bullets & 90 gr. bp. Gun is very easy to clean