CVA Hawken .50 Cal Percussion Sidelock Muzzleloader, 28 in Octagonal Barrel, Brass Furniture, Spain (1987)
This CVA Hawken is a Spanish-made .50 caliber percussion sidelock reproduction with a 28 inch blued octagonal barrel and classic brass furniture. It features double set triggers, a right-hand lock with an external hammer, and traditional open sights. Barrel markings indicate 1987 production, making it a well-documented example of the model.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling.
Bore Condition: Good - Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Bore Rifling: Good Rifling - Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
Specific Condition Notes: There are scratches and blemishes present on the exterior. There is minor pitting on the barrel.
What’s Included
- CVA Hawken .50 caliber percussion half-stock rifle
This Hawken-pattern rifle uses a percussion sidelock with an external hammer and double set triggers, offering a traditional muzzleloading setup. The hardwood half-stock is retained by two wedge keys and complemented by brass furniture, including a crescent buttplate, right-side patchbox, nose cap, and trigger guard.
The 28 inch blued octagonal barrel is marked Black Powder Only .50 Cal. and HAWKEN. An under-rib with two ramrod pipes is fitted beneath the barrel, staying true to the classic configuration of this style.
Sighting is straightforward and practical with a dovetailed steel blade front sight and an adjustable open rear sight. The length of pull measures 14.0 inches, and the rifle is configured for right-hand use.
Manufactured in Spain, the barrel carries Spanish proof marks rated 700 Kp/cm² and Spain. The lockplate shows a mottled case-color style finish, and a two-digit year code of 87 on the barrel indicates 1987 production.