Quote: Nitro, Thanks for the input. I had never seen a hammer gun scoped, but wanted the opinion of someone more seasoned in doubles, such as yourself. Ghost
I have one of the Pedersolis that has Warne QD rings & bases, with a Weaver 2x scope with a German post and crosshair reticle! The rifle has been re-chambered to 458 RCBS, and is perfect black bear over bait!
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Quote: I had never seen a hammer gun scoped, but wanted the opinion of someone more seasoned in doubles, such as yourself. Ghost
Not me.
I just think enjoy a double with hammers for its vintage looks, rather than scope it. Same as a 'vintage' English double. If it wasn't originally scope I think it should stay that way.
On the other hand, a modern Krieghof, Merkel, Searcy etc I would look at scoping especially if the calibre as .416 or less.
Posts: 10138 | Location: Wine Country, Barossa Valley, Australia | Registered: 06 March 2002
I must agree with NitroX, no scope for a hammer double. On the other hand let me know how the rechambering project works out on the Kodiak. I have often thought of doing the same thing but have hear discouraging things about the project (quality of the gun, high priced project, and questionable results�) Someone please dispel these rumors, so I can regain my dream of an affordable hammer double!
Posts: 153 | Location: Hilo, Hawaii | Registered: 07 July 2004
Well I finally did it. Just traded/purchased a Pedersoli Kodiak 45-70 new in the fitted case . It should be here next week... Can't wait!!! All the threads on chambering these to 450 #2 Nitro has had me working non-stop to get one of these . I'm thinking about getting a couple of merc's and a leather pad when I have the rechamber done. It has satin brown barrels and color case hardened locks and hammers. If I don't like the brown barrels, I will have them blued beyond belief. Opinions welcome on my ideas? I have only seen a small picture of the gun so far, so I don't know for sure yet. What about a quick detachable scope or claw mount? Can this be done in taste? I don't want to bastardize the looks or function of this gun. I have never seen a hammer gun with a scope so I don't know how I feel about it . Thoughts from those who have and use doubles? Thanks, Ghost
. I'm thinking about getting a couple of merc's and a leather pad when I have the rechamber done. It has satin brown barrels and color case hardened locks and hammers. If I don't like the brown barrels, I will have them blued beyond belief. Opinions welcome on my ideas? I have only seen a small picture of the gun so far, so I don't know for sure yet. What about a quick detachable scope or claw mount? Can this be done in taste? I don't want to bastardize the looks or function of this gun. I have never seen a hammer gun with a scope so I don't know how I feel about it 
. Thoughts from those who have and use doubles?