That gun looks suitable for defense against pirates, buccaneers and corsairs... or any other kind of scallywags who might be trying to steal your ship!
Tip: This may have already been covered. When you come up with a known load for your muzzle loader, place a mark on your ramrod to represent where it should match the end of your barrel when your gun is properly loaded. If you insert your ramrod into a loaded barrel and it fails to closely match your mark, you will know something was loaded improperly.
@@rachelrachael6001 Rachel. I appreciate your assistance in correcting my grammatical mistake. With this being said, please be aware I've provided you a "Thumbs Up" for pointedly bringing attention to my error. Sincerely, Matt
@@mrmatt7210 , If you're going to continue being polite and appreciating comments to you, you're going to become a YT outcast. (sarcasm). May you be even more blessed because of your high and rare character, sir.
Love you hick I been watching you since I got my first SKS . Your a great father figure.i was ran over by a car in July haven't been able to walk since with 2 broken legs nothing but pain an anxiety but when I watch you you tend to make me calm and enjoy life again
"hickok45 here, I'm gonna show you how to shoot this thing" *aims* *BOOM* *chuckles* *I don't think I've ever subscribed to a youtube channel quicker than that*
I have both the Howdah and standard long gun version, lots of fun skeet shooting or hunting. Both guns are 20 ga, the muzzle ID is .612, actual 20 ga wads are too loose, you need to be concerned about the shot or ball moving forward in the unfired bbl, this is the same regardless of brand. Black powder shotgun wads come in odd gauges, both work guns well with 19 ga wads, not 20 ga. Lube the sides of the cushion wad, when you ram it down the bbl it will shave a small amount off similar to loading a cap and ball revolver and provides an excellent gas seal. Shooting round ball with 75 gr of Triple Seven ffg, a .610 ball with a .010 Ox Yoke Originals lubed patch over a card wad (over powder wad) works well but adding a lubed cushion wad seems to be slightly more accurate. I get 2" or less groups @ 10 yds with the Howdah, not bad for just a front bead sight at least in my opinion. For shot loads I use 75 gr Triple Seven, 1 oz #00 buck, #4 buck, #5 nickel plated or a combination. At 20 yds the pattern is even and symmetrical, no blow out. Wear a shooting glove with the Howdah, recoil from shooting the .610 ball can tear several layers of skin off of the middle finger behind the trigger guard from the knuckle all the way down to where the finger meets the hand, I have the scars to prove it. Using shot can cause damage as well but it is a little kinder, gentler and does not dig as deep into the finger. I bought the long gun back in the 70s, the bbl is not chrome lined, I bought the Howdah 9 or 10 yrs ago and it is chrome lined. A chromed bbl still needs to be cleaned after use, some people seem to think the chrome lining makes the gun invulnerable to rust or fouling that is not the case. You should swab the bore with a lubed patch after each shot for best results. To be more efficient, I purchased some small centrifuge vials with attached cap on eBay they hold my 1 oz shot loads, I no longer measure shot, I simply fill a bunch of vials with shot and toss them in my possibles bag, for powder I use a flask with a set of spouts rated for different charges, you don't need to measure just put your finger over the end of the spout, depress the lever to fill the spout then dump it down the bbl. Loading BP shotguns is a little more involved compared to loading rifles so establish a routine that works best for you otherwise you will end up pulling a lot of wads from your unfired gun or possibly double charge a bbl. Respect black powder guns, although not as powerful as modern firearms they have been used in war for centuries all over the world and have killed hundreds of thousands if not millions of people (more likely), 50,000 + died at the battle of Gettysburg due to BP firearms. BP is not for everyone, some try it out of curiosity and then put it aside, like me, the first shot might give you a serious addiction. I have had this monkey on my back for over 50 years and I never get tired of it.
I will advise to try out goex or swiss powder you see a difference i use the indian trade gun and ive had bad experience in my long rifle with triple seven i use goex or swiss. More accurate and a bit more velocity. You wont want to use triple seven anymore. I use 2f in both my long arms 3 for pistols
also, when you shoot the short variant both handed with your support hand resting on the underside, make sure it is far away from the left barrel nipple. The blowby will sting :)
An additional note. I finally found #11 caps! I also found and bought my own Howdah! Shipped as a "kit" (which involved finishing the wood and adding the grip weight) to my front door. There is room for personalizing the stock to make it all yours. Thanks for the video guys!
Using the same measure for both powder and shot (equal volumes), was very common. It was referred to as a "square load", and was considered to be the ideal loading ratio for MZ shotguns. Variations were, of course, allowable, but most used a square load.
Thanks. Good to know there are people on YOUR end of the spectrum! At the other end, it goes like this: Ah, Hickok45 posted a new video; let me get there quick to be the first to "dislike," hate, and TROLL. Takes all kinds. :-)
First off great video! I saw the dislikes and I thought maybe they watched a video and had autoplay enabled, left to go smoke some pots, lost track of time and accidently disliked your vid thinking it was the previous video. ;)
As always Mr. Hickok, it's a great pleasure watching your videos. You mix history, practicality, and most of all safety, into a brilliant work of art because it flows so effortlessly.. A true gift for sure. Anytime I meet someone who is interested in firearms or that is just beginning their journey into this world, I always recommend them to your channel. Your down to earth personality, quest for knowledge, and great sense of humor helps our cause much more than most realize. I grew up on the old westerns from Gene Autrey and John Wayne, to my all time favorite, Clint Eastwood. My father has a .50 cal muzzleloader which was my first introduction to BP. He explained to us how the very same type of rifle was used to start our Nation, as well as the same type of rifle that almost destroyed it in the Civil War. As children growing up in a hunting family, he wanted to teach us how far firearms and ammunition have evolved but also, most importantly without saying, what was actually involved in going to battle with these weapons. Watching old movies about these subjects with opposing sides lined up parallel to each other, firing, and standing in the same spot reloading while getting shot at is absolutely mind-blowing! Yes tactics evolved from this over time, but imagining standing in the pouring rain trying to reload your musket with your countrymen being hit or killed on either side of you, and the sound of the musketballs flying only feet away from your head, really should chill every man to the bone! If every American only thought of the sacrifice our Founders made at this level, there would never be a situation like we are now experiencing. For the elderly man shook while shedding tears of fright just as much as the 12 year old child fighting next and across from him as he tried desperately to not make any mistakes while reloading. Thank you and your son for all that you do.
Hickok, I've always appreciated that you often include a bladed weapon that corresponds with whatever firearm you're featuring in your videos! The Second Amendment addresses the right to bear ARMS not just firearms. Whether it be a Bowie knife, a tomahawk, or a cavalry saber, you seem to appreciate what I call the "kit mentality". In the age of single-shot firearms, if you had a mechanical failure, missed, fired too early, etc., you darned-well BETTER have something sharp and pointy to defend yourself against whoever/whatever you just unsuccessfully just tried to shoot!
Thanks for making the video! I have wanted a Howdah for a while now. My dad told me he used to hunt squirrels when he was a kid with a black powder double barrel. He said your have to duck under the cloud of smoke to aim the second shot. I have shot black powder rifles and pistols with him from an early age, and have collected a few replicas along the way. It's great fun. He's gone now. Try an 1858 New Army 44. It is also fun to shoot, and accurate as well. Michael - age 35. 😏
I use premade cartridges by getting a mandrel (i.e piece of dowel rod) and roll some paper tubes up with one end folded flat and glued with a small dab of glue under the last fold. I then build the load from the front down using over shot wad, the the shot, cushion wad, the powder card, then powder and twist the end with a dab of glue or tied with string. I write the gauge and shot load on the side to keep everything straight. Out in the field or at the range I simply un twist a little, tear the twisted end off and pour in the powder, then simply place the rest of the cartridge in and ram it home, the extra paper left over acts as an extra cushion also and on my plain round ball loads only use a card under the ball and the paper acts as the wadding. I have made up several different cartridges using bird shot, buck, buck and ball loads, and plain round balls. .
This is the perfect handheld shotgun. *for me at least* They are legal in NZ *all muzzleloading firearms in NZ are considered "parts" and not actual weapons therefor they do not need a licence* And they are easy to use along with less recoil.
Nathan M, Missouri USA? I think more like $800 to $900, not sure, but check. Pedersoli 20 ga. Howdah. Gunbroker or some online source should have one for sale.
I have been watching this video of you and your Howdah for over 3 years now off and on. I finally ordered one yesterday from Dixie Gun Works. They look like a lot of fun. Thank s for sharing.
I'm now having my kids watch your videos your constant gun safety helps educate beyond my gun safety rules for my children it reinforces the rules much appreciated nice work keep it up!!!
I acquired my great grand dad's double barrel rabbit rated shotgun it's 12 gauge. I don't think it was supposed to do this but I cocked both barrels and was intending to shoot the right side first . I was going to follow with the second shot right behind the first . Both barrels went off at the same time it didn't knock me down but my shoulder turned black . I was sort of glad when it didn't go off for you the first time I thought you was going to get more than you expected . You tried it again I thought o Lord . But your second shot did what my first shot was supposed to do. Needless to say that's the last time I cocked both barrels at once. I'll never forget that.
First off, let me say I'm a huge fan of your channel. I enjoy your knowledgeable, calm, and unpretentious style. I've had one of these Howdahs for several years now. There's a lot of information out there, on this gun and black powder shooting in general, that seems to me confusing and conflicting. The video made it look fun and simple. I can't wait to get out and shoot it. Thanks for showing what components are needed. No more safe queen. Thank you very much!
I dont know why you put a smile on my face but you do every time !!! dont want to be smoking cigars around that box.. half expected your hand to be burned to the barrel after the double shot thank you Sir ..
I know I'm 3 years late, but youtube recommendations do that sometimes. But the "counterweight" that Hickok stated on the butt of the gun is actually a weapon. Back them when you had flintlock weapons, once your shot is used and you don't have time to reload, they grab the gun by the barrel and whack people with the metal pommel. You can see a wide variety of these pommel on a lot of old weapons, some with designs so when you hit someone, it would imprint the thing you are hitting, and others would be certain shapes.
I just joined NRA. You guys are great and definitely appreciate the videos. Its awesome how much social media has positively impactd the gun rights community.
Hickok45 gets my vote for one of the coolest Grandad that ever lived. Can you imagine visiting him in the summertime when you're out of school. You have some cool stories to tell.
Looks like a ton of fun; I want one. It's be great if they offered it in 16ga so that it would work with larger buckshot. A 20ga bore is only good up to about .30-caliber #1 buck. I wonder though, how are the ballistics with black powder, old-school wadding, and that short barrel? Everyone seems to assume this is full-power 20ga, but I would be interested in seeing some chronograph results.
Although it is called a 20 gauge, it is close to 19 gauge. In fact, you are best to buy wads and cards of 19 gauge for this pistol. If you load a round-ball it will be .58 caliber (with normal thickness patch)
Infinitely beautiful weapon, powerful and with charisma. Thank you for showing it. I am happy to watch your video tutorials, even without translation everything is clear to me (I am from Ukraine).
California has no regulations barring the shipment of Black Powder firearms as of yet. Proud owner of several black powder firearms and all shipped straight to the house with no issues. Bought most from Cabela's
@@joelerk6298 imagine breaking into a guy’s home, thinking that he doesn’t have any guns bc you cased him and he’s a felon. Then the guy walks out his bedroom, says “Tally-ho!”, and send you off with a musket shot!
I have been watching your videos for years now and all I can say is they all have been very informative and entertaining ‼️The way John presents you and your programs are 💯AWSOME ‼️‼️‼️🇺🇸🇺🇸
How have I just discovered you? I typically HATE gun showcase videos because of the presenter. You sir are easy to listen to and very informative. Subbing.
I have a muzzle loading shotgun by pedersoli. I love it. It's versatile because you can adjust the shot, mix some bird, some buck. I haven't gotten to hunt with it yet. Hopefully this fall. I saw that howdah pistol in cabelas and thought about buying it. It is so cool. I really like the engraving on it.
You tell a complete review, including perfireal info, such as the caution on mistakes in loading. Thank you for all the info on an interesting shotgun. I mean, pistol. I shot both barrels of a 12 ga. in 1975. It put me back one big step, about 2-1/2'.
Wow, Hicock! That is so cool! It reminds me of my toy cap gun Parris 1775 Freedom pistol when I was a boy. Best toy I ever had. All wood and black metal- looked like an antique. Would love to own one of these!
I shoot a flintlock fouling piece. Powder, then over powder card (the nitro card). Then cushion wad, then thin overshot card (to keep shot from becoming embedded in the cushion wad). Then shot. Then, finally, an over shot card. In place of the cushion wad. You can you flax tow. Cover it with an overshot card. You can also use tow instead of an overshot card over the shot. As far as the powder and shot loads. I generally do a square load (equal volume of powder and shot). I’d probably use 2F instead of 3F. 1.125 oz of shot is about 80g 2F by volume. 70g is about an ounce of shot. A .610 ball with a patch of Hames T-Shirt material for the patch. My .32 flintlock is a Pedersoli. Love them.
For people who have never tried a gun kit pierdisoli make great barrels. The kits assembled with them are usually quality. I recommend for noobs to try the .454 round ball, cap fired boot pistol kits. Even if they come w assembled locks and triggers pull them apart and polish and lube all metal on metal action
Hickok, interesting you would say an anti car jacking piece for this pedersoli, Ithaca actually made a short shotgun, basically a howdah shot shell cartridge gun called the Auto Burglar, look it up.
I'm already a life member of the NRA. I do what ever I can for our gun rights. And I'm a Pastor. Isn't that a kick in the pants. And I don't whisper, or apologize for either.
That gun looks suitable for defense against pirates, buccaneers and corsairs... or any other kind of scallywags who might be trying to steal your ship!
ScreamingReelsTV if it was flintlock, yeah sure
Arrrrrrr! Keep your hands off my booty!
ScreamingReelsTV Not to mention scoundrels and neer' do wells.......
ScreamingReelsTV I use mine for defense against highwaymen and footpads
Might I add rapscallions, miscreants and scalawags to your list of scoundrels and need' do wells?
He’s got that old man strength where he will twist off rusty bolts with his fingers
😂
He said he was 35 !
He's 6ft8 and has hand's the size of dinner plates lol
@@miketaft1454 is he really??
@Johnny Rocker, like the drink wouldn't wanna lose nothing, make sure it's on there tight I guess lol
Tip: This may have already been covered. When you come up with a known load for your muzzle loader, place a mark on your ramrod to represent where it should match the end of your barrel when your gun is properly loaded. If you insert your ramrod into a loaded barrel and it fails to closely match your mark, you will know something was loaded improperly.
Mr. MATT: correct grammar would be dosen't, not don't.
@@rachelrachael6001 Rachel.
I appreciate your assistance in correcting my grammatical mistake.
With this being said, please be aware I've provided you a "Thumbs Up" for pointedly bringing attention to my error.
Sincerely, Matt
@@rachelrachael6001 doesn't
@@rachelrachael6001 can't believe you correct the man's grammar THEN PROCEED TO MIS SPELL THE FRICKIN WORD😂
@@mrmatt7210 , If you're going to continue being polite and appreciating comments to you, you're going to become a YT outcast. (sarcasm).
May you be even more blessed because of your high and rare character, sir.
i laughed so hard thinking about how pulling this out as a concealed carry would look like
Alls you need is 1000 hooligans wearing white whigs and blue coats and storming on Congress lmao.
To conceal carry that gun you would have to wear a lot jackets to hide the thing.
That's why I held on to a pair of Jncos 🤣
@@rascoehunter3608 A skinny tall man could hide a lot with winter clothing. I dont own a gun ~ Im not a bad person ;)
“Why I oughta” looking ass gun lol
Love you hick I been watching you since I got my first SKS . Your a great father figure.i was ran over by a car in July haven't been able to walk since with 2 broken legs nothing but pain an anxiety but when I watch you you tend to make me calm and enjoy life again
Sorry to hear about your misfortune; hopefully, you'll get back on your feet soon!
@@hickok45 I love the humor, hey by the way Brandon; how have you been after the incident?
Hope you are healed now!
The Howdah was used in the film "Ghost in the Darkness" a great movie inspired by the man eaters of Talvo, as hunted by Patterson.
"WHY DO YOU NEED THAT"
What? You've never been enjoying a peaceful elephant ride and then suddenly tiger?
Oh yeah. I hate when that happens!
your right we all need a browning 1919
N. Word Scissorhands need?
I too have seen that video.
I'm not going to like your comment cuz I luv the number 187 so I'll give you a comment. . . . . . Will here you go.
Well, howdah hell is a tiger gonna survive that?
SlimnJim ki mi Santiago Asuncion silacayoapan, oaxac
😐
They didn’t load it like this. It was loaded with pumpkin balls...
By staying alive
Bullet proof stripes
"hickok45 here, I'm gonna show you how to shoot this thing"
*aims*
*BOOM*
*chuckles*
*I don't think I've ever subscribed to a youtube channel quicker than that*
Thanks I truly needed someone to describe what I've just seen 3 secs ago.
Hahahah, just like Jackass
Howdy Howdah.
*howdah shoot this thing
Howdah ya do!....(sorry, I cc couldn't help myself 🙄)
I have both the Howdah and standard long gun version, lots of fun skeet shooting or hunting. Both guns are 20 ga, the muzzle ID is .612, actual 20 ga wads are too loose, you need to be concerned about the shot or ball moving forward in the unfired bbl, this is the same regardless of brand. Black powder shotgun wads come in odd gauges, both work guns well with 19 ga wads, not 20 ga. Lube the sides of the cushion wad, when you ram it down the bbl it will shave a small amount off similar to loading a cap and ball revolver and provides an excellent gas seal. Shooting round ball with 75 gr of Triple Seven ffg, a .610 ball with a .010 Ox Yoke Originals lubed patch over a card wad (over powder wad) works well but adding a lubed cushion wad seems to be slightly more accurate. I get 2" or less groups @ 10 yds with the Howdah, not bad for just a front bead sight at least in my opinion. For shot loads I use 75 gr Triple Seven, 1 oz #00 buck, #4 buck, #5 nickel plated or a combination. At 20 yds the pattern is even and symmetrical, no blow out. Wear a shooting glove with the Howdah, recoil from shooting the .610 ball can tear several layers of skin off of the middle finger behind the trigger guard from the knuckle all the way down to where the finger meets the hand, I have the scars to prove it. Using shot can cause damage as well but it is a little kinder, gentler and does not dig as deep into the finger. I bought the long gun back in the 70s, the bbl is not chrome lined, I bought the Howdah 9 or 10 yrs ago and it is chrome lined. A chromed bbl still needs to be cleaned after use, some people seem to think the chrome lining makes the gun invulnerable to rust or fouling that is not the case. You should swab the bore with a lubed patch after each shot for best results. To be more efficient, I purchased some small centrifuge vials with attached cap on eBay they hold my 1 oz shot loads, I no longer measure shot, I simply fill a bunch of vials with shot and toss them in my possibles bag, for powder I use a flask with a set of spouts rated for different charges, you don't need to measure just put your finger over the end of the spout, depress the lever to fill the spout then dump it down the bbl. Loading BP shotguns is a little more involved compared to loading rifles so establish a routine that works best for you otherwise you will end up pulling a lot of wads from your unfired gun or possibly double charge a bbl. Respect black powder guns, although not as powerful as modern firearms they have been used in war for centuries all over the world and have killed hundreds of thousands if not millions of people (more likely), 50,000 + died at the battle of Gettysburg due to BP firearms. BP is not for everyone, some try it out of curiosity and then put it aside, like me, the first shot might give you a serious addiction. I have had this monkey on my back for over 50 years and I never get tired of it.
I will advise to try out goex or swiss powder you see a difference i use the indian trade gun and ive had bad experience in my long rifle with triple seven i use goex or swiss. More accurate and a bit more velocity. You wont want to use triple seven anymore. I use 2f in both my long arms 3 for pistols
also, when you shoot the short variant both handed with your support hand resting on the underside, make sure it is far away from the left barrel nipple. The blowby will sting :)
What is the comparable power of these? 38 actual 20 ga?,
“You don’t need an AR-15”
Me: “You’re right.”
*pulls out 20 gauge pistol
Its good enough for Joe Biden🙁
🤣
>Need
Drink bleach
An additional note. I finally found #11 caps! I also found and bought my own Howdah! Shipped as a "kit" (which involved finishing the wood and adding the grip weight) to my front door. There is room for personalizing the stock to make it all yours. Thanks for the video guys!
Always loved these since I first saw The Ghost and the Darkness w/ Michael Douglas and Val Kilmer. One of my favorite movies!
Using the same measure for both powder and shot (equal volumes), was very common. It was referred to as a "square load", and was considered to be the ideal loading ratio for MZ shotguns. Variations were, of course, allowable, but most used a square load.
I really like these videos. I've been watching these off and on for years. It's like going shooting with a friend but without the $20 range fee.
Every time a new video is posted, I think "what have I done to deserve this gift"? Love this guy!
Thanks. Good to know there are people on YOUR end of the spectrum! At the other end, it goes like this: Ah, Hickok45 posted a new video; let me get there quick to be the first to "dislike," hate, and TROLL. Takes all kinds. :-)
hickok45 while people have the right to dislike the content, it seems like there are dislikes immediately upon posting..
First off great video! I saw the dislikes and I thought maybe they watched a video and had autoplay enabled, left to go smoke some pots, lost track of time and accidently disliked your vid thinking it was the previous video. ;)
hickok45
Your videos are so entertaining have you ever done a review on a mossberg 500?
@@hickok45 The dislikes are from Bengal tigers.
As always Mr. Hickok, it's a great pleasure watching your videos. You mix history, practicality, and most of all safety, into a brilliant work of art because it flows so effortlessly.. A true gift for sure. Anytime I meet someone who is interested in firearms or that is just beginning their journey into this world, I always recommend them to your channel. Your down to earth personality, quest for knowledge, and great sense of humor helps our cause much more than most realize. I grew up on the old westerns from Gene Autrey and John Wayne, to my all time favorite, Clint Eastwood. My father has a .50 cal muzzleloader which was my first introduction to BP. He explained to us how the very same type of rifle was used to start our Nation, as well as the same type of rifle that almost destroyed it in the Civil War. As children growing up in a hunting family, he wanted to teach us how far firearms and ammunition have evolved but also, most importantly without saying, what was actually involved in going to battle with these weapons. Watching old movies about these subjects with opposing sides lined up parallel to each other, firing, and standing in the same spot reloading while getting shot at is absolutely mind-blowing! Yes tactics evolved from this over time, but imagining standing in the pouring rain trying to reload your musket with your countrymen being hit or killed on either side of you, and the sound of the musketballs flying only feet away from your head, really should chill every man to the bone! If every American only thought of the sacrifice our Founders made at this level, there would never be a situation like we are now experiencing. For the elderly man shook while shedding tears of fright just as much as the 12 year old child fighting next and across from him as he tried desperately to not make any mistakes while reloading. Thank you and your son for all that you do.
"This is my boom stick. Groovy." -Ash
Lol boom twig more like it (2yrs later lol)
Groovy!
@@jla6250 Boom stump maybe.
Hickok, I've always appreciated that you often include a bladed weapon that corresponds with whatever firearm you're featuring in your videos! The Second Amendment addresses the right to bear ARMS not just firearms. Whether it be a Bowie knife, a tomahawk, or a cavalry saber, you seem to appreciate what I call the "kit mentality". In the age of single-shot firearms, if you had a mechanical failure, missed, fired too early, etc., you darned-well BETTER have something sharp and pointy to defend yourself against whoever/whatever you just unsuccessfully just tried to shoot!
This reminds me of Remington's pistol from The Ghost in the Darkness (I think that one was converted for shells). Good stuff!
Show me Howda Pistol works!
works like how it looks
Paladin Peter YT I see what you did there
Loaf Of Bread Joke || You
Loaf Of Bread Joke went WAY over your head. Howdah happen?
howda pistol works, howda pistol loads, howda pistol shoots :)
Pedersoli also makes a shoulder stock for the Howdah.
Thanks for making the video! I have wanted a Howdah for a while now. My dad told me he used to hunt squirrels when he was a kid with a black powder double barrel. He said your have to duck under the cloud of smoke to aim the second shot. I have shot black powder rifles and pistols with him from an early age, and have collected a few replicas along the way. It's great fun. He's gone now.
Try an 1858 New Army 44. It is also fun to shoot, and accurate as well.
Michael - age 35. 😏
But where did he go?
I use premade cartridges by getting a mandrel (i.e piece of dowel rod) and roll some paper tubes up with one end folded flat and glued with a small dab of glue under the last fold. I then build the load from the front down using over shot wad, the the shot, cushion wad, the powder card, then powder and twist the end with a dab of glue or tied with string. I write the gauge and shot load on the side to keep everything straight. Out in the field or at the range I simply un twist a little, tear the twisted end off and pour in the powder, then simply place the rest of the cartridge in and ram it home, the extra paper left over acts as an extra cushion also and on my plain round ball loads only use a card under the ball and the paper acts as the wadding. I have made up several different cartridges using bird shot, buck, buck and ball loads, and plain round balls. .
Hickok45, The only older gentleman, aside my grandfather, I will let talk for hours and hours on end. Thanks Hickok.
sometimes its well worth your while letting an old guy talk
All my friends are older than me. Except like 1 or 2
And I'm 23, my friends are all around 40.
*John Marston and Arthur Morgan approve* 👍🏻
You mean Charles Smith
YES THEY DO
@@francescofilippini9387 yeah snd saidi
@@homeschooldropout3206 *sadie
yea but that's more of a shotgun
They just came out with a flintlock version. I really want to see you do a show with that!
This is the perfect handheld shotgun. *for me at least* They are legal in NZ *all muzzleloading firearms in NZ are considered "parts" and not actual weapons therefor they do not need a licence* And they are easy to use along with less recoil.
Kulax easy to use? maybe once..
Until you kill someone with one in self-defence, then the government lawsharks are in quick for the kill
true
It's perfect except it's $5000 in Missouri
Nathan M, Missouri USA? I think more like $800 to $900, not sure, but check. Pedersoli 20 ga. Howdah. Gunbroker or some online source should have one for sale.
I have been watching this video of you and your Howdah for over 3 years now off and on. I finally ordered one yesterday from Dixie Gun Works. They look like a lot of fun. Thank s for sharing.
“Hickok45 here, I’m gonna show how to shoot this thing
BANG
“Hahahaha”
Best intro ever😂
Peoples from poland love your chanell ! :-)
Thanks for watching over there!
so do people from Ukraine
Сергей Купцов of course
When do you plan getting and doing a video on the full length shotgun?
Artur Mędrek Go Poland! Way to stand upnfor your country and not give in to the evil EU! We applaud you!
"Your super shotgun is nearby. A relic from your past, the demons have kept it hidden from you."
Nonetheless, beautiful weapon. :D
The good ol' Sawed-Off Pistol.
Guys it's a joke
PPSH. Heck of a shotgun.
Yea, butt does it take Glock magazines?
Ladderadder Mcglitternips Clip?
I'm now having my kids watch your videos your constant gun safety helps educate beyond my gun safety rules for my children it reinforces the rules much appreciated nice work keep it up!!!
I acquired my great grand dad's double barrel rabbit rated shotgun it's 12 gauge. I don't think it was supposed to do this but I cocked both barrels and was intending to shoot the right side first . I was going to follow with the second shot right behind the first . Both barrels went off at the same time it didn't knock me down but my shoulder turned black . I was sort of glad when it didn't go off for you the first time I thought you was going to get more than you expected . You tried it again I thought o Lord . But your second shot did what my first shot was supposed to do. Needless to say that's the last time I cocked both barrels at once. I'll never forget that.
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Hickok is the best UA-camr
He's just so wonderfully avuncular.
wtf he doesn't even come close
An 80 year old man the best UA-camr? Lmao not even close
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Hickok knows about knifes too.
Puma is never the wrong choice...greetz from Germany ;-).
Andreas Duemmling I have several, they're great knives!
My Puma "Folding Hunter" was stolen on the day I left the military
“But Julian this is a pirates gun”
“Well Trevor, that just makes you long john dickweed”
David Stevenson "I need this cat Bubbles. Look at this dope plant...A squirrell peed in it. I need the cat to protect my dope. It's all I have."
Is this from a movie?
Uncledanni tv show trailer park boys
Trevor says that too bubbles not julian
I love TPB
First off, let me say I'm a huge fan of your channel. I enjoy your knowledgeable, calm, and unpretentious style. I've had one of these Howdahs for several years now. There's a lot of information out there, on this gun and black powder shooting in general, that seems to me confusing and conflicting. The video made it look fun and simple. I can't wait to get out and shoot it. Thanks for showing what components are needed. No more safe queen. Thank you very much!
I dont know why you put a smile on my face but you do every time !!! dont want to be smoking cigars around that box.. half expected your hand to be burned to the barrel after the double shot thank you Sir ..
I love this guy Specially that laugh after he shoots something. Jus an amazing channel.👍👍👍
watching the reloading process.... reminds me, why some damn smart guy invented the Bullet! Interesting story though!
I like how he laughs after shooting historic weapons. Must be satisfying. 😆
God I need this. The black powder days were so badass. The entire loading process is so personal .
I know I'm 3 years late, but youtube recommendations do that sometimes. But the "counterweight" that Hickok stated on the butt of the gun is actually a weapon. Back them when you had flintlock weapons, once your shot is used and you don't have time to reload, they grab the gun by the barrel and whack people with the metal pommel. You can see a wide variety of these pommel on a lot of old weapons, some with designs so when you hit someone, it would imprint the thing you are hitting, and others would be certain shapes.
hickok45 the type of dude to patch and refill those 2 liters himself
I just joined NRA. You guys are great and definitely appreciate the videos. Its awesome how much social media has positively impactd the gun rights community.
"almost 35 years old" I laughed so damn hard xD
have the same one, for many years. Have never fired it. when i show my friends, it's white glove time. It''s too beautiful . Love your videos
Hickok45 gets my vote for one of the coolest Grandad that ever lived. Can you imagine visiting him in the summertime when you're out of school. You have some cool stories to tell.
Looks like a ton of fun; I want one. It's be great if they offered it in 16ga so that it would work with larger buckshot. A 20ga bore is only good up to about .30-caliber #1 buck.
I wonder though, how are the ballistics with black powder, old-school wadding, and that short barrel? Everyone seems to assume this is full-power 20ga, but I would be interested in seeing some chronograph results.
Although it is called a 20 gauge, it is close to 19 gauge. In fact, you are best to buy wads and cards of 19 gauge for this pistol. If you load a round-ball it will be .58 caliber (with normal thickness patch)
that's the most pirate looking gun I've ever seen.
I want one.
"If a Tiger came running up your elephant .... " Best line ever !!!!
Infinitely beautiful weapon, powerful and with charisma. Thank you for showing it. I am happy to watch your video tutorials, even without translation everything is clear to me (I am from Ukraine).
I tip my hat to whomever is running the camera. Nice job getting close shots and not jolting around too bad.
California has no regulations barring the shipment of Black Powder firearms as of yet. Proud owner of several black powder firearms and all shipped straight to the house with no issues. Bought most from Cabela's
Wow. IL treats them like regular guns.
Tried, but Cabela's wouldn't ship the Howdah to Kalifornia.
I would conceal carry that, just saying.
Hide it in your waistband
Imagine pulling that out n smoking a fool with it. 😂😂 The look on their face alone wld be worth it.
Shotgun pistol - I see no wrong here. Carry on(e).
Sawn-off shotgun - *ILLEGAL!*
You can kill a man even with your dinner spoon. Its just another bullshit pacifists try to sell us
It's a percussion pistol therefore not considered a firearm. You could carry one. I know a felon, he owns one for home defense
@@joelerk6298 imagine breaking into a guy’s home, thinking that he doesn’t have any guns bc you cased him and he’s a felon. Then the guy walks out his bedroom, says “Tally-ho!”, and send you off with a musket shot!
@@sandwichjones6995 probably has happend lol
I have been watching your videos for years now and all I can say is they all have been very informative and entertaining ‼️The way John presents you and your programs are 💯AWSOME ‼️‼️‼️🇺🇸🇺🇸
I like the hickok45 channel because he shoots first and then gives explanations ...fron Brasil
Incredible and very impressive gun! But does it take Glock mags?
Is that the Joe Biden limited edition ladies self-defense special? Will it shoot through a door?
Jjajaja
Pmedic605 it needs rape whistle in the grip
no the Biden model has a lanyard with a whistle and only holds 10 #4 pellets lol
Pmedic605 girl scout special
look up ladys home companion and youll die laughing
The noise that the cards make when being rammed home is the only reason I can't do black powder shotguns.
Why?
oh my god im not the only one here, i actually had to mute it when he rammed them i couldnt handle the noise
How have I just discovered you? I typically HATE gun showcase videos because of the presenter. You sir are easy to listen to and very informative. Subbing.
I have a muzzle loading shotgun by pedersoli. I love it. It's versatile because you can adjust the shot, mix some bird, some buck. I haven't gotten to hunt with it yet. Hopefully this fall. I saw that howdah pistol in cabelas and thought about buying it. It is so cool. I really like the engraving on it.
Your fancy AR-15 or Hot Glock, ain't helping you when a Tiger pounces on ya!
😂
n bo Can't keep control of your elephant and shoot the tiger with an AR at the same time. That's what these were for.
Never get off the boat.
Carolus Rex ARs didn't even exist yet lol
@Parker Hetzel 20 Gauge, though.
I bet if I put all 17rds of 9x19 out of my glock and into a tiger he'll leave me be... probably ruin the pelt though
I'll probably buy this in lieu of a bug-a-salt.
Both
no joke though, those salt guns are fun as hell. and surprisingly well made
after being subscribed for 3 years I've never been this early before.
Chris Thompson 4 years*
You and your earliness suck.
Strange, those earliness issues usually go away with age. :o)
That's quite an accomplishment Forest. :)
7 years here
You tell a complete review, including perfireal info, such as the caution on mistakes in loading. Thank you for all the info on an interesting shotgun. I mean, pistol.
I shot both barrels of a 12 ga. in 1975. It put me back one big step, about 2-1/2'.
The history behind it is the reason I watch these, fantastic.
thanks Mr.Hickok , you're good man , it's really good channel ,God Bless you
Hickok For Next President !
5:54
Turn on captions
Nice
Oof
wow I'm surprised youtube lets that happen
Bruh
What did it say?
I love how his videos don’t waist time he just said “Hickok 45 here I’m going to show u how to shoot this POW
This reminds of the gun that “Mississippi” (James Cahn) carried in the movie Rio Lobo. A John Wayne flick from 1967.
El Dorado
Shotgun power + Revolver handle + Desert Eagle size = The almighty Howdah
Clint Eastwood circa 1800's
"Yargh did ye fire one shot or two howdah ye fancy your chances ..scallywag"
Hickock please be my dad
The Lion he will only be your daddy ;)
depends how much you pay him
Robert Peterson wow this just got awkward
You look like you're wackin your bird.
Flogging the bishop
Wow, Hicock! That is so cool! It reminds me of my toy cap gun Parris 1775 Freedom pistol when I was a boy. Best toy I ever had. All wood and black metal- looked like an antique. Would love to own one of these!
I picked one of them up using my Cabela points but have yet to shoot it. I need to get all the proper components now.
Did he fire one or did her fire two?
Josh Moore You have to ask yourself, did he fire one or did he fire two? Do you feel lucky...punk? Well do you?
Josh Moore In all the excitement I don't remember either...
Ok dang it was two. Ok wait right there Imma gonna go reload.
Josh Moore That moment when your 100 percent sure you heard three shots.
"I gots to know !"
wow! Thank you for showing me something that I otherwise would never have seen!!!
20 gauge pistol is basically a sawed off shotgun
Where have I seen you?
Tray Muse porn
Yep
Don't tell the ATF
+Taco Bell it's exempt from ATF regs.
I have one Pedersoli. It s the deluxe Liege Derringer. You ve got to have this on your show! The thing is a hoot!
Hickok I love you buddy. Ever since I got my Sig & even prior to, I love watching these videos about what else's on the market
"i'm gonna show you howdah shoot this thing"
"Jumped over the log so I wldnt shoot him again." 😂😂
Mans jus stole Charles gun when he was helping John build the house
Great video, thanks for the history lesson. Lots of respect to anyone who has ever used these to defend against tiger attacks. Wow
I shoot a flintlock fouling piece.
Powder, then over powder card (the nitro card). Then cushion wad, then thin overshot card (to keep shot from becoming embedded in the cushion wad). Then shot. Then, finally, an over shot card.
In place of the cushion wad. You can you flax tow. Cover it with an overshot card. You can also use tow instead of an overshot card over the shot.
As far as the powder and shot loads. I generally do a square load (equal volume of powder and shot). I’d probably use 2F instead of 3F. 1.125 oz of shot is about 80g 2F by volume. 70g is about an ounce of shot. A .610 ball with a patch of Hames T-Shirt material for the patch.
My .32 flintlock is a Pedersoli. Love them.
Trevor: "Julian this is a pirate gun"
Bubbles: " well that makes u long john dickweed"
Was looking for this comment lmao
Damn,where do you get these guns for these videos
Justin Copybooksubset
buds gun shop, weren't you listening?
Check his how we get guns vid.
andy merk ok
Justin Copybooksubset This one is his, but yes, usually he gets them from Buds.
No I wasn't
type into you tube "tiger charges guy on elephant" the first video is an frigtening example of what he was talking about.
For people who have never tried a gun kit pierdisoli make great barrels. The kits assembled with them are usually quality. I recommend for noobs to try the .454 round ball, cap fired boot pistol kits. Even if they come w assembled locks and triggers pull them apart and polish and lube all metal on metal action
Hickok, interesting you would say an anti car jacking piece for this pedersoli, Ithaca actually made a short shotgun, basically a howdah shot shell cartridge gun called the Auto Burglar, look it up.
I love when he dose the history
Just imagine this as someone's CC just wow
@space cowboy#2 Do it. Please.
I'm already a life member of the NRA. I do what ever I can for our gun rights. And I'm a Pastor. Isn't that a kick in the pants. And I don't whisper, or apologize for either.
Folks should NEVER apologize for their support of the Bill of Rights or for their religious beliefs, or even lack thereof. :-)
Good demonstration of a power gun. I have a 50 cal. and a 54 cal. Which I enjoy very much. Thank you for the video.