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3. Remove the barrel from the receiver by pushing the action release button in. When the
barrel starts to open lift the barrel out of the receiver. Unscrew and remove breech plug
by using the breech plug wrench supplied with the muzzleloader and clean all items with
hot, soapy water or muzzleloader bore solvent. This will remove any manufacturing
residue that may be on the inside or outside of the barrel.
4. Dry all of the parts completely.
5. Apply a light coat of Traditions EZ Clean™ solvent to a dry patch (or use Traditions
pre-soaked patches) and run up & down the bore, then use Traditions Wonderlube pre-
lubed patches to “season” the lands & grooves of the rifling before loading. This will
allow for easier loading and cleaning throughout your shooting sessions.
6. Generously lubricate the threads of the breech plug with Traditions Breech plug
grease.
7. Now reassemble your firearm.
XXII. SAFETIES INCLUDED WITH YOUR MUZZLELOADER
The Traditions Break Open muzzleloader uses two (2) types of safety mechanisms.
The first safety is a hammer block which is built into the sear of the trigger. This blocking
system prevents the hammer from traveling forward and making contact with the firing
pin, unless the trigger has been pulled and held fully rearward. The second safety is a
mechanical safety in the trigger that blocks the trigger from being pulled back and
allowing the sear to become disengaged. The hammer can only be cocked when the
trigger safety is in the “Fire” position.
! WARNING
: Check and inspect both safeties for proper function before each use
and after each cleaning. If the hammer does not return to the “at rest” position, the
gun must be returned to the factory for inspection and repair. Failure to follow this
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the stock touches the barrel (more common with wood stocks that can be affected by
moisture in the environment)
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! CAUTION
: If you sell, trade or give this firearm to another person, be sure to
give the new owner a copy of this manual. Copies of this manual are available free
of charge from Traditions Performance Firearms or can be downloaded from our
website.
Call 860-388-4656, email
or go to
www.traditionsfirearms.com
XIX: THE SPORT OF MUZZLELOADING
More and more sportsmen have discovered the challenges and enjoyment of
muzzleloading in the past years. For both hunting and target shooting, muzzleloading
guns have helped a modern generation recapture and enjoy an important aspect of our
nation’s sporting past. Traditions Muzzleloaders are firearms that represent the latest
developments in this unique part of the shooting sports. They are manufactured to
modern standards for safe and enjoyable shooting. This section is intended as a basic
guide for the proper maintenance, loading and shooting of Traditions muzzleloaders,
and it offers important rules and precautions for safe handling and shooting of this type of
firearm. In addition to this section, it is recommended that the novice obtain further
information and instruction before firing a muzzleloader.
Sources for this help include:
1. National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association
2. National Rifle Association
3. Your town clerk, local sporting goods dealer, state
DEP or conservation department
4. Contact your local muzzleloader or hunting club.
XX. MUZZLELOADING ’MUSTS’
FOR MUZZLELOADING SUCCESS
You must:
1. Read completely, fully understand and follow all instructions and warranty limitations
in this booklet before attempting to shoot your new Traditions break open muzzleloader.
2. Always treat any firearm as if it is loaded and keep the muzzle pointed in a safe
direction.
3. Always wear proper eye and ear protection when loading or firing any firearm.
4. Don’t shoot until you are absolutely sure of your target and what is beyond it. Do not
point your firearms at anything you do not intend to shoot. Be sure that all bystanders are
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