I dearly appreciate these old 1876’s and would love to to have an original but they carry such a premium nowadays (especially the 50’s) I’ll make do with me reproductions. What load did you use for your 100 yard group.
I am using a 318 grain gas check bullet, sized .512, and AA5744 powder…
Very nice rifle. You are a lucky man to get your hands on beautiful firearms like that. Like those Freund aftermarket sights. Could you post a side view of that front sight? Does the front sight have an hourglass curvature in the rear center or is it an illusion, to me? If yes, what do you think it did or does for the oversight picture?Now to the next topic --- a 50 caliber against a gopher?? Really?? Must have 'monster' gophers up by you.
Good shooting! Are those Freund sights original to the gun? I've not heard of them before. Kinda looks like a built in peep.