CVA In-Line Rifle Information Manual

F. COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS REGARDING
MUZZLELOADERS
1.MISCONCEPTION: A MUZZLELOADER IS UNLOADED AFTER THE CAP
IS REMOVED.
• As long as the barrel is loaded with powder and projectile the firearm is
loaded and must be treated as a loaded firearm.
2.MISCONCEPTION: 
A MISFIRE WILL NOT FIRE AFTER A MINUTE OR
TWO.
• Misfire is the least understood condition and the leading cause of acci-
dents - mainly because the condition is treated casually. When a misfire
occurs keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction...

Flask - To transport and dispense powder
Powder Measure - To measure correct powder charge
Bullet Starter - To start bullet down the barrel
Capper - To carry and dispense percussion caps
2. CLEANING ACCESSORIES
Solvent - Cleaning solution
Patches - For cleaning inside of barrel
Nipple Wrench - For installing and removing nipple
Jag - Retains cleaning patch on end of ramrod
3. OTHER NEEDED ACCESSORIES
Bullet Puller - For removing lodged bullet.
Patch Puller - For removing lodged patches.
Preloaders - To...

powder, it is sometimes used in very large caliber single shot pis-
tols.
FFFG(Commonly called Triple “F”) It is used in all percussion revolvers,
most single shot pistols, and most of the smaller (under .45 cali-
ber) rifles.
FFFFG(Commonly called Four “F”) The finest of all currently available
blackpowders, Four “F” is best for priming flintlocks. Due to its lim-
ited use, it is sometimes difficult to obtain.
The second type of propellant acceptable for use in CVA muzzleloading
firearms is PYRODEX....

and Stag Horn models.  These “magnum” capable” guns can be easily
identified by the one-piece barrel construction, a serial number ending in
01, 02, 03, and the designation “magnum” on the barrel.  Such “magnum”
loads do require the use of a musket cap or preferably the #209 shotgun
primer ignition in order to fully ignite the charge.  Such “magnum” loads
should never be fired in a CVA conventional In-Lines that do not feature
the one-piece Monoblock barrel design.
The fourth type of propellant...

CVA does not recommend the use of non-CVA projectiles for CVA rifles.
This is due to the fact that CVA has no control over projectile bullet molds or
saboted bullets sold and marketed by other manufacturers.  Some projectiles
produced by other manufacturers, especially saboted bullets, can produce high
barrel pressures creating unsafe conditions.  If you have questions concerning
the correctness of a component contact the CVA customer service department
at 5988 Peachtree Corners East, Norcross, Georgia...

The shooter should load using the minimum and maximum charge limita-
tions shown in the table below. It is recommended to begin shooting using a
charge in the middle of the recommended range, gradually increasing or de-
creasing the load to obtain the desired results. Tests have shown that heavier
loads increase breech pressures while providing only a minor increase in ve-
locity. These tests also indicate that heavier loads may be less accurate.
TABLE 1
CALIBER PROJECTILE CHARGE CHARGES IN GRAINS...

2.Verify the rifle is not loaded.
a. Place ramrod down the barrel to breech plug and mark ramrod at the
muzzle.
b. Remove ramrod and lay along outside of barrel, lining up mark at muzzle.
c. The end should be at the base of the breech plug. If rod does not line up,
assume the rifle is loaded and that it should be disarmed before proceed-
ing.
3. Check to make sure that breech plug and nipple are snugly screwed into
place. Do not overtighten.
4. Pulling the bolt to the rear with Eclipse Rifles will engage...

10. If using loose powder, slap side of barrel in front of receiver. This will help
insure that powder will fully enter the breech and nipple area.
11. For Lubricated Bullets, PowerBelt™ Bullet or Saboted Bullet:
a. Make sure bullet is lubricated.  PowerBelt™ Bullets and Saboted Bul-
lets should require no additional lubrication.
 b. Start the projectile into the bore with your fingers, making sure it is
centered.
c. Use short end of bullet starter to press bullet just into muzzle. (See
Figure 5).
12....

IMPORTANT: Be sure projectile is seated firmly against powder. No air space
should exist between projectile and powder.
14.WITH GUN POINTED IN SAFE DIREC-
TION and bolt locked to the rear, place a
percussion cap on nipple or 209 primer into
the breech plug (if rifle has been adapted
for 209 usage). THE GUN IS NOW
LOADED.(See Figure 8).
15. Release the safety and YOU ARE READY
TO FIRE.
16. Aim at target. Squeezing trigger will cause
the bolt to fall on cap and the gun will fire.
17. After firing, wait one...

is the most reliable in foul weather and is suitable for use with loose
powder or Pyrodex Pellets.
NOTE:  All FireBolt™, HunterBolt™, MagBolt™, and Eclipse rifles manu-
factured after January 1, 2000 are equipped with a 3-Way ignition sys-
tem, allowing the use of any of the three ignition options. All 2001 model
Stag Horn rifles are equipped with the #209 ignition as the primary and
only ignition system
M. SAFETY SYSTEMS
1. All Eclipse Series rifles are equipped
with an Auto Safety. The automatic trig-...