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Offline jbtazgrabber

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« on: September 21, 2004, 04:15:52 PM »
Would like to find a used 50 cal or larger left-handed percussion rifle.  This is for a new woman shooter.  Probably wont be used much and dont want to kill the back pocket for it.  If anybody has any left-handed caps to go with it, I would like to buy them also. LOL :lol:   Not asking for things in perfect condition, as long as it shoots. :blaster:

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« Reply #1 on: September 22, 2004, 01:28:07 AM »
Just remember the correct position for the sprue in left hand black powder shooting.Wouldn't want any accidents.
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« Reply #2 on: September 22, 2004, 06:46:05 AM »
I am left-handed. My only cap lock rifle is a L-H Lyman Great Plains Rifle .54-caliber. It weighs about 9.25 pounds. So much for bona fides.

If you acquire a L-H cap lock, you will find it difficult to sell if the woman decides to not shoot. Since you have limited your universe to CAP LOCKS, maybe you should consider a R-H lock. If she likes shooting, you can always start your search again. If she does not, your out-of-pocket cost has been substantially less. And your ability to sell the rifle is improved.

Although I would not want to shoot a R-H lock, I have L-H several friends who do without complaint. It is neither unsafe nor slower. It just looks clumsy.

Note: in the universe of L-H rifles, I recommend you consider building a kit gun -- for example from Track of the Wolf -- if she becomes dedicated.

Lymann GPR would be acceptable as cap lock. Avoid the flintlock version like a foul smell.

Hope this helps.
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« Reply #4 on: September 25, 2004, 08:50:59 AM »
I posted a WTB classified ad on this forum and picked up a used TC 50 cal. LH Renegade for $200 delivered.
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