Traditions Hawken Woodsman .50 Cal Percussion Sidelock Muzzleloader, 28 in Octagonal Blued Barrel, Double-Set Triggers
The Traditions Hawken Woodsman is a .50 caliber percussion sidelock muzzleloader with classic Hawken styling and practical field features. It pairs a 28 inch octagonal blued steel barrel with a 1:48 twist and a hooked breech, and uses double-set triggers for a refined trigger break. Built in Spain with Old Saybrook, CT importer markings, it features a stained hardwood half-stock with brass furniture and an inletted patchbox.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Specific Condition Details: This rifle shows signs of wear and handling. The metal and stock have scratches and blemishes. There are areas of surface rust present.
Bore Overall Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What's Included
- Traditions Hawken Woodsman .50 cal percussion sidelock muzzleloader rifle
This reproduction Hawken-pattern rifle is built around a percussion sidelock with an external hammer and a drum-and-nipple breech. It is a single-shot muzzleloader configuration that emphasizes simplicity and reliability, complemented by double-set triggers for precise shot control.
The 28 inch octagonal blued steel barrel features a 1:48 twist suitable for a range of .50 caliber loads. A hooked breech allows convenient barrel removal for maintenance. Sighting is straightforward with a front blade and a click-adjustable rear open sight set in a dovetail.
The stained hardwood half-stock is fitted with a brass crescent buttplate and an inletted round-lid patchbox. Additional brass furniture includes the trigger guard, nosecap, and ramrod pipes, while a steel under-rib runs beneath the barrel. The barrel is secured with one transverse wedge key and a brass escutcheon. Length of pull measures 14.0 inches.
Markings include barrel roll marks for Traditions Hawken Woodsman and .50 Caliber 1:48, plus MADE IN SPAIN and OLD SAYBROOK, CT, U.S.A. import stamps. Overall length is approximately 44.5 inches with an approximate weight of 7 7/8 lb. This configuration corresponds to Traditions part number R24008.