Pedersoli Navy Model .45 Muzzleloader Pistol
Elegant pistol featuring a finely crafted maple stock, meticulously colored and polished using traditional techniques employed by American gunsmiths during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. This firearm exemplifies historical accuracy combined with superior craftsmanship, making it a distinguished piece for collectors and enthusiasts of black powder shooting and metallic cartridge reloading.
The barrel, forged from high-grade blued steel, exhibits exceptional durability and corrosion resistance, while the frame is constructed from 'carey' steel, known for its unique alloy composition that enhances strength and wear resistance. A brass guard at the base of the grip adds a distinctive touch of originality and period-correct aesthetics, ensuring both functionality and elegance.
- Caliber: .45 caliber, optimized for precision shooting and effective ballistic performance.
- Rifling: 12 grooves, expertly cut to stabilize the projectile and improve accuracy over varying distances.
- Twist Rate: 1 turn in 18 inches, calibrated for optimal stabilization of round lead balls and semi-metallic projectiles.
- Barrel Length: 264 mm, providing a balanced combination of velocity and maneuverability.
- Overall Length: 390 mm, ensuring ergonomic handling and ease of use during extended shooting sessions.
- Weight: 1.050 kilograms, offering a solid yet manageable heft for controlled recoil and steady aim.
- Projectile: Round ball with a diameter of .445 inches, designed for consistent engagement with the rifling grooves.
- Projectile Weight: 133 grains, calibrated to maximize kinetic energy while maintaining smooth chambering and firing cycles.
This pistol is an ideal choice for aficionados of historical firearms, black powder enthusiasts, and reloaders specializing in metallic and semi-metallic cartridges. Its combination of period-authentic materials and modern precision machining makes it a reliable and aesthetically pleasing weapon for target shooting, reenactments, and advanced ballistic experimentation.