The only black powder firearm I have ever shot was a Colt 1860 New Model Army. Great fun!! I have never had any experience with a black powder long arm other than to hold a Hawken and put it to my shoulder. After seeing this and reading these stories I may just reward myself on my 76th birthday next month with a black powder shotgun, probably a Pedersoli, unless an original of some sort pops up. Thanks for the post guys.


Perry M. Kissam
NRA Patriot Life Member