CVA Hawken Rifle .50 Cal Percussion Sidelock Muzzleloader, 28-Inch Octagonal Barrel
This CVA Hawken Rifle is a Spanish-made reproduction percussion sidelock muzzleloader in .50 caliber with a 28-inch octagonal barrel and traditional full-length wood stock. It is clearly marked "Black Powder Only" and shows period-correct styling details, including brass-colored furniture and open iron sights.
CONDITION
Overall Condition: Poor condition.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: The metal shows markings and surface rust from previous handling and use. The bore is bright and clean. The crossbolt and rear barrel retainer are missing, and the rifle is currently held together by the ramrod and lock only. The set trigger does not reduce trigger pull as intended and needs repair. Parts and light gunsmithing/armory work are required for the firearm to function.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Wooden ramrod with brass-colored ends
The barrel is marked "CONNECTICUT VALLEY ARMS, Inc.", "HAWKEN Rifle", ".50 Caliber", and "Black Powder Only". Import and proof marks include "MADE IN SPAIN", "700 Kp/cm²", and "J*2".
This is a percussion sidelock muzzleloader with an external hammer and double trigger setup. It is fitted with open iron sights using a front blade and a rear barrel-mounted sight.
Traditional Hawken-style details include a dark-finished metal set against a full-length wood stock with brass-colored furniture. Notable pieces include the crescent buttplate, patchbox, trigger guard, nose cap, and ramrod thimbles/pipes.
The barrel length is 28 inches and the rifle is a single-shot muzzleloader with a listed capacity of 1 round. Length of pull is 14.25.