Ardesa Spain .45 Cal Hawken-Style Percussion Rifle, 28 in Octagonal Barrel, Factory Engraved, Made in Spain
This .45 caliber Hawken-style half-stock percussion rifle stands out with a 28 in octagonal barrel, factory light scroll engraving on the lockplate, and classic brass furniture. Made in Spain, it bears the "Ardesa Spain .45 Cal. Black Powder Only" marking and is configured as a single-shot muzzleloader with open sights.
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: This firearm is in solid shape. It has various cosmetic imperfections, scratches, blemishes, and finish loss. The piece that holds the rod in place isn't connected to the barrel.
What’s Included
- Ardesa Spain .45 caliber Hawken-style percussion sidelock rifle
This rifle follows the classic Hawken-style half-stock layout with a 28 in octagonal barrel and a full-length under-rib featuring one thimble and an entry pipe. It wears a brass nose cap and buttplate, and an inletted oval escutcheon accents the fore-end.
Sighting is handled by open sights: a dovetailed front blade and an elevator-style rear. The single trigger and external hammer complement the percussion sidelock action, and the straight-comb hardwood stock has a glossy reddish finish. Length of pull measures 14.0 in.
Light factory scroll-style engraving appears on the lockplate. Markings include "Ardesa Spain .45 Cal. Black Powder Only." The serial number is located on the barrel flat. No sling swivels are observed, and two lock-bolt heads with escutcheons sit opposite the lock.
This reproduction, single-shot muzzleloader is chambered in .45 caliber and is designed for black powder only. It is made in Spain and configured for traditional percussion cap ignition with 1-round capacity.