Lefty BP Rifle

[arcticap]

i really like that one how do traditions hold up against a lyman?

The Lymans shoot very good.
The PA Pellet rifle received several good reviews when Bass Pro was selling it. It's a reliable flintlock with some modern features that gives it a little more appeal than the Lyman.
Neither are designed to be long range tack drivers when firing patched round balls. However, the Traditions should perform very well if shooting bore size conicals or saboted bullets for hunting.

The Traditions wood stock is not as good as the Lyman. But IMO its longer barrel, lock and adjustable fiber optic sights are more desirable which should make up for any difference in round ball performance.

 

[bedbugbilly]

Just for information - I developed eye problems due to diabetes and my central vision in my right eye is not good. I'm right handed also. I still shoot my right handed rifles/fusil de chasse with no problems. It takes a little getting used to but it can be done. I still load like a right hander - just shoot it left handed. I had one of the little CVA "squirrel rifles" that was left handed that I picked up used at Friendship when I started having eye problems. Honestly, I didn't like it. It was a good little shooter and nothing wrong with the rifle - I just couldn't adjust to a left handed rifle. I sold it a year or so ago as it was just sitting around and not getting any use. About the same time I bought it, I also bought a H & A underhammer in 36 from Deer Creek (this is twnety some years ago). It turned out to be one of my favorite rifles - simple, well built and loads of fun to shoot. Good luck in your search - you'll find something that will fit the bill that you'll feel comfortable with.

 

[marksman8351]

i was just worried about the flintlock sparking in my face if i went with the old school one and shot lefty with a right handed gun

 

[bedbugbilly]

I really don't think you'd have a problem with that. I have a right handed Fusil de Chasse which has a good sized lock on it. It doesn't cause me any problems in regards to the sparking/flash when I shoot it left handed. I didn't have a problem with the flint rifles I had either. Unfortunately, everytime I made one, I ended up with someone wanting it so I'd sell it. I have one planned out for the making this next winter when I'm in AZ - it will be a right hander as well because I still have a numbrer of right hand locks to use up. If you can, try someone's right hander if you don't have one and see how it goes for you. Good luck!