Black Powder 101 is in session.
I wonder how long the barrels were on those things.
Barrel lengths 42 to 46 inches.
I bet those rifles kicked like a mule.
Actually not so bad. Black powder burn differently than smokeless and with a patch ball pressures aren't nearly as great. Also the heft of the weapon help.
Thanks guys for the good information and correcting my misconception regarding the recoil of the rifles.
Now I have a question.
Since those rifles were made with Black Powder in mind, would it be unsafe, or not advisable to use Smokeless Powder in them instead? No one likes turning their guns into a bomb! lol