Traditions Trapper Percussion Pistol Kit .50 Cal
Build-it-yourself percussion pistol kit featuring a 9.75" octagonal barrel, hooked breech, double set trigger, and primitive sights. Pre-fitted components and clear instructions make assembly straightforward for hands-on shooters.
Traditions Trapper Percussion Pistol Kit
The Trapper represents a return to fundamental gunmaking—a percussion pistol kit designed for the shooter who appreciates both the craft of assembly and the authenticity of classic muzzleloading design.
Key Features
- Caliber: .50 percussion
- Barrel: 9.75" octagonal, blued finish with 1:20" twist
- Breech: Hooked breech design for traditional construction
- Ignition: Percussion cap system
- Trigger: Double set trigger—fires set or unset for versatility
- Sights: Primitive-style adjustable rear sight with front blade
- Stock: Hardwood construction, white/raw finish
- Action: Sidelock percussion mechanism
What You Get
This is a complete kit with pre-fitted components. All major parts arrive properly aligned, eliminating the guesswork from assembly. The included instructions guide you through each step, making this an ideal project for both experienced builders and those new to muzzleloading.
The Trapper Philosophy
The Trapper pistol echoes the practical designs carried by frontier hunters and trappers. The octagonal barrel provides strength and classic aesthetics. The hooked breech simplifies disassembly for cleaning. The double set trigger offers precision when you want it and quick response when you don't.
This kit rewards patience and attention to detail with a functional, historically-inspired percussion pistol you've built with your own hands.
Features
- caliber: .50
- ignition: percussion
- barrel length: 9.75 inches
- barrel type: octagonal, hooked breech
- twist rate: 1:20
- trigger: double set
- sights: primitive rear, blade front
