Manual

WARNING: It is important to take the time to read and understand the informa-
tion found in this book. Familiarize yourself with each part of the firearm and its
proper function. The information contained in the book is critical for the proper
use and care of your firearm. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LOAD OR FIRE YOUR
MUZZLELOADER UNTIL YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INFOR-
MATION DESCRIBED IN THIS BOOK.
Replicas of original muzzleloading firearms are as faithful to the original de-
signs as possible. For this reason, replicas cannot be made with many of the re-
finements and features that are standard on modern cartridge firearms.
Each shooter should remember that now, just as in colonial days, there is no
way to build a muzzleloader that absolves the user from the need to use good
judgement and safety precautions.
When handled properly, a muzzleloader is a safe and enjoyable firearm for
shooting and hunting. If abused, harmful consequences can result. Treat this muzzle-
loading firearm with the full respect due any firearm.
NOTE: If, after reading the instructions, cautions and dangers contained in this
manual, you are not willing to accept the responsibilities involved in shooting a
muzzleloader, return the gun (or kit) to your dealer before firing or building. If you
have questions concerning safe use of your CVA firearm, write or call our cus-
tomer service department at 5988 Peachtree Corners East, Norcross, Georgia
30071; 770-449-4687; [e-mail]
A. INTRODUCTION TO SIDE-LOCK MUZZLELOADERS
Sidelock design muzzleloaders are so described due to the fact that the
ignition source (flint, #11 percussion cap, or musket percussion cap) is located
to the side of the propellant charge. By contrast, the ignition source of the more
modern In-line design muzzleloaders is positioned directly behind (or, in line
with) the propellant charge.
Among sidelock design muzzleloaders, there are two distinct categories of
rifles in production today. These categories are differentiated by their ignition
systems. The more primitive design, utilizing a piece of stone (flint) striking
metal (frizzen) to generate the spark which begins the overall ignition of the
propellant charge, is called Flintlock. The more modern design (mid-1800s)
employs a percussion cap ignition system and is called Caplock.
B. GETTING STARTED
1. Safety First - Verify gun is unloaded
2. Assemble gun
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CAUTION: If you sell, trade or give this gun (or kit) to another person, make sure you
give the new owner a copy of this manual or advise him to get a copy from CVA.