I was in the market for a Hawken style percussion in .50 cal. Midsouth Shooters Supply had Lyman Trade rifles at a decent price so I ordered one a few weeks back. They were way behind on getting their orders out because of the Chinese coronavirus situation. While waiting for them to get around to shipping my new rifle I found an Investarms for sale in the "For Sale" section on another forum. It looked nice in the pics and the price was rather friendly. The Investarms is basically the same as the Lyman Trade Rifle with the addition of a cap box and double set triggers. Investarms makes the Trade Rifle for Lyman, same lock, same barrel, same stock, just a few differences in sights and trim. I told the guy on the forum I would take it provided I could get my order canceled with MSS. I called Midsouth and they canceled my order so I bought the Investarms Hawken. The guy I bought it from said he had got it at an estate sale and he thought it might be unfired. It does look unfired to me, almost like new. The previous owner had inletted some brass inlays into the stock, a slightly rough job of it but probably better than I can do. Gives the rifle a bit of character.
I finally got out to shoot it today. Between me and my nephew we put about 20 shots through it. The wind was howling pretty good so we didn't try it from the bench, just shooting offhand and getting a feel for the rifle. I like it so far. I'm really looking forward to some serious shooting with it. I'll try to post some pictures of it later.
Rifles with "character" are always good. Looking forward to pictures and a range report. dntn
fstreed It sounds like you got a good Deal!! thmbsup
Quote from: bmtshooter on April 16, 2020, 12:05:34 PM
Rifles with "character" are always good. Looking forward to pictures and a range report. dntn
But "characters" with rifles (think Red Badger, Hanshi, etc.) can be a downright scary thing! pnic
Quote from: hotfxr on April 16, 2020, 04:14:07 PM
Quote from: bmtshooter on April 16, 2020, 12:05:34 PM
Rifles with "character" are always good. Looking forward to pictures and a range report. dntn
But "characters" with rifles (think Red Badger, Hanshi, etc.) can be a downright scary thing! pnic
You forgot to include yourself in that group of "Characters" ... I'd think you would fit right in ... :mini-devil-28492:
Also - Speaking for myself I consider it an honor to be included in any group of "Characters with a rifle" whipping
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But "characters" with rifles (think Red Badger, Hanshi, etc.) can be a downright scary thing! pnic
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His words have iron in them so pay heed. Actually this is very true, but, as Badger mentioned, also includes hotfxr. thmbsup
On a different note, these can be excellent rifles. Lets have some photos, too.