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Old 02-04-2020, 01:06 PM
TIMETRIPPER TIMETRIPPER is offline
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The cadet model 1884 had a 29 1/2" barrel. The full sized rifle was around 32 1/2". I had an 1884 Cadet years ago. bought it for $115 and an auction. Traded it away about 5 years later for a brand new Ruger #1.
I now have a somewhat sporterized Cavalry carbine.

Reloading and casting your own bullets is a great way to enjoy shooting these old army veterans. If you don't want to use black powder, 10-12 grains of Unique is a good alternative. In either case, your rifle will probably shoot a couple feet high at 100 yds. I've heard it was because troops were trained to
aim at the feet with the expectation of hitting at the belt line of their target.
Another good source of info for shooting the old trapdoor and other older single shot rifles is the ASSRA forum. ASSRA Forum - Index

Have fun!

John
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