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Hot browning requires approximately 212 to 260 degrees and, therefore,
should present no problem if the kit builder is careful and tests the part 
temperature often. 
14. Sight Assembly–Install the front sight and rear sight by drifting each into
place using a brass or nylon punch so as not to damage them. These are
installed right to left.
15. Wood Finishing–The stock has been machined in the traditional style of
the period. However, sufficient wood has been left in most areas to allow
individual styling of your kit.
When you have shaped the stock to a point slightly above the surfaces of
any inletted metal parts, follow this operation with rough sanding using 80
grit paper. When sanding, follow the wood grain whenever possible. Final
sanding should be done using grits 100 through 240, in succession to
remove tool and sanding marks.
Sanding: When you have completely sanded the stock using 240 grit paper,
carefully examine the stock surface. It will be completely free from scratch
marks caused by rougher grits of paper. If all of these marks are not
removed at this time, they will show through the finish and detract from the
overall quality. When the stock has been completely sanded smooth, wet
down the entire surface with a damp cloth and raise the grain of the wood.
Let the stock dry and once again lightly sand the stock surface with 240 grit
paper. Sand off only the raised grain. Moisten the stock again and repeat
the process, only this time follow the 240 grit paper with a light sanding
using 320 grit paper. The stock is now ready for final finishing.
Staining: The European Walnut stock, as supplied, will finish to a nice
warm brown color if finished without the use of a darkening stain. The
wood of most old muzzleloading rifles and pistols was very dark in color.
Select a walnut stain and follow the directions provided with the product.
Stain the stock until you achieve the desired color. We recommend the use
of a water stain such as produced by the Birchwood Casey Co. These stains
can be found in most gun shops.
Sealing: The stock can be sealed by applying a commercial stock finishing
solution such as linseed or Birchwood Caseys Tru-Oil. Follow the 
directions on the container.
IMPORTANT!
Be sure to read this Lyman Users Guide for Black Powder
Products–and other literature–packed with this kit. You must read
this material in order to use your Lyman muzzleloader in a safe,
responsible manner.
If you decide to sell, trade or loan your Lyman muzzleloader, be sure
the new operator receives the Users Guide. Free copies are available
from Customer Service if the original booklet has been misplaced. 
						

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The Lyman Great Plains Rifle
A Tradition of Excellence
Great Plains HunterThis is a special version of our Great Plains rifle with the hunter in mind. Called the “Great Plains Hunter”,
this new model features a fast, 1 in 32 shallow groove rifle barrel. It’s ideal for shooting the many types of
modern projectiles available to today’s black powder hunter, such as Lyman’s own ‘Shocker’ series of 
bullets and sabots. The Great Plains Hunter has all of the high quality features of our Classic Great Plains
rifle. It is also also pre-drilled and tapped for the new 57 GPR receiver sight for the Great 
0Plains rifle.
Finished Rifles Great Plains Kits
.50 Cal. Per . . . . . . .#6031102 .50 Cal. Per  . . . . .#6031111
.54 Cal. Per . . . . . . .#6031103 .54 Cal. Per  . . . . .#6031112
.50 Cal. Flint  . . . . .#6031105 .50 Cal. Flint  . . . .#6031114
.54 Cal. Flint  . . . . .#6031106 .54 Cal. Flint  . . . .#6031115
Left Hand Rifles  . . . . . . . .Great Plains Hunter
.50 Cal. Per . . . . . . .#6031125 50 Cal. Per   . . . . .#6031120
.54 Cal. Per . . . . . . .#6031126 54 Cal. Per   . . . . .#6031121
.50 Cal. Flint  . . . . .#6031137 50 Cal. Flint  . . . .#6031148
.54 Cal. Flint  . . . . .#6031138 54 Cal.Flint  . . . . .#6031149
50 Cal. Per(LH)  .#6031142
54 Cal. Per(LH)  #6031143
Lyman Great Plains Rifle The rifle carried across the Great Plains by western pioneers and fur trappers was the culmination of
percussion firearms development. This “Great Plains” rifle was designed and built by such famous
makers as Hawken, Gemmer and Demick to the specifications of experienced backwoodsmen. Only
the best and most reliable designs and finest workmanship were acceptable. Today, as in the 1800’s,
the experienced black powder shooter is looking for a very special rifle.
No other factory assembled rifle or kit offers the authentic style and design of Lyman’s Great Plains
Rifle. This classic muzzleloader offers such high quality features as a 32 barrel with 1 in 60 twist
for patched ball and hunting loads, double set triggers, Hawken style percussion “snail” with clean
out screw, separate ramrod entry thimble and nose cap, and reliable coil spring lock with correct lock
plate. Available in .50 and .54 caliber flint or percussion. Factory assembled or kit form.
Great Plains Rifle Flintlock
Lyman Plains PistolLyman Plains Pistol recreates the trapper’s pistol of the mid-1800’s while
incorporating the best of modern steels and technology.
It’s the perfect companion to a Lyman black powder rifle. This percussion
pistol is loaded with quality features. The richly stained walnut stock 
complements blackened iron furniture, polished brass trigger guard and
ramrod tips. The hooked patent breech takes down quickly and easily for
cleaning. Just like the originals, the thimble is recessed into the rib
and a detachable belt hook provides an alternative to a holster. A
spring-loaded trigger and fast 1 in 30 twist make it amazingly
accurate.
.50 Cal. Per (#6010608)
.54 Cal. Per (#6010609)
.50 Cal. Per “Kit” (#6010610)
.54 Cal. Per “Kit” (#6010611)
Great Plains Hunter with optional 57GPR & 17AEU Front Target Sight
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Great Plains Rifle Left Hand
New 32 Extra Great Plains Hunter BarrelsThese barrels have 1-32 shallow groove rifling.* Ideal for 
shooting conicals and sabots. Includes fitted tang for easy change over.
Available in:
50 Cal. 6030266 (Perc. only)
54 Cal. 6030267 (Perc. only
*Easy Drop in for converting Classic Great Plains to Hunter Model.
Lyman 57SML and 57GPR Receiver SightsThe most popular black powder receiver sight offers an immediate
improvement in accuracy for the target shooter or hunter. Features 1/4
minute micrometer click adjustments for elevation and windage, quick
release slide. 57SML fits perfectly on Lyman Deerstalker or Trade Rifle.
Other models may require minor drilling and tapping depending on
manufacturer. 57GPR fits Great Plains supplied with adapter.
Price:(4 oz.) 57SML(#3090114)
(4 oz.) 57GPR(#3090112)
Lyman #17 Front Target SightThe ideal companion for the 57SML receiver sight, the 17 comes com-
plete with a set of 8 interchangeable inserts. The 17AML fits low to the
barrel with a height of .494. The 17ATC fits rifles that use a tall vernier
type rear sight. The 17ATC has a height of .852. All 17s are machined
from steel and have a standard 
3⁄8dovetail. (Except 17AEU which has
European Dovetail for Lyman Muzzleloaders).
Price: 17AML (Ht .494) (#3090115)
17ATC (Ht .852) (#3090116)
17AEU (Eur. Dovetail) (#3171074)
16 and 37 Hunting SightsTired of the same old traditional blade and buckhorn sights found on
most muzzleloaders? These quality Lyman hunting sights will make an
old gun shoot straight and true. Both have special .360 dovetail cuts that
fit most European imports. The 16AML folding leaf sight is fully
adjustable for elevation. The 37ML white bead front sight stands out in
low light conditions.
Price:#16AML (Ht .400-500) (#3090117)
Combination Set (#3090106)
#37ML (Ht .445) (#3090118)
Upgrade Your Muzzleloader with Lyman Black Powder Sights
16 AML
Rear
Sight
37 ML
Front
Sight
57 SML
57 GPR
17 AML
17 ATC
17 AEU
(European
Dovetail)
Unbreakable Ramrod
fits barrels up to 36 6010030
Flint Frizzen
better spark 6030182
Rifle Flints 2-pack 6030106
Rifle Nipple 3-pack
(stainless) 6030080
Touch Hole Liner 6030176
Wedge Trade Rifle 6030142
Wedge Deerstalker 6993112
Wedge Great Plains 6030196
Lyman
Black Powder Accessories
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Deerstalker™& Trade Rifles
Deerstalker Models
.50 Cal. Per #6033140
.54 Cal. Per #6033141
.50 Cal. Per Lefthand #6033175
.54 Cal. Per Lefthand #6033177
.50 Cal. Flint #6033146
.54 Cal. Flint #6033147
.50 Cal Flint LH #6033171
Deerstalker Stainless
.50 Cal. Per #6033185
.54 Cal. Per #6033186
Deerstalker Rifle Lyman’s Deerstalker Rifle has quickly earned the reputation as one of America’s
most reliable, accurate and affordable hunting muzzleloaders. All Deerstalkers
have “Guaranteed” performance features such as a quiet single trigger, reliable
coil mainspring and high quality Lyman hunting sights. The 24” barrel with 1 in
48” twist is ideal for roundball or maxi hunting bullets. Parts are blackened to
avoid glare and a black rubber recoil pad mounted on the Deerstalker’s handsome
walnut stock, makes for comfortable shooting in either .50 or .54 caliber.
Deerstalker StainlessThe new Deerstalker stainless model is as handsome as it is functional. This highly
demanded rifle features true stainless steel on all of the major metal parts such as
the barrel, trigger guard, lock assembly, escutcheons and wedge. The Deerstalker
Stainless is available in percussion only and has a special 1 in 32 twist for shoot-
ing modern conicals.
Lyman Trade Rifle The Lyman Trade Rifle is patterned after the sturdy and functional guns developed for
the early Indian fur trade. Designed by such companies as Henry and Leman, these
original guns were much sought after by trappers, Indians and other rugged wilderness
survivors. 
.50 Cal. Per #6032125
.50 Cal. Flint #6032129
.54 Cal. Per #6032126
.54 Cal. Flint #6032130
Deerstalker Stainless
Trade Rifle Percussion
Optional Lyman 17 Front Target Sight
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LYMAN BLACK POWDER PROMOTIONS
Congratulations. The purchase of your new Lyman Black Powder Gun quali-
fies you to participate in our current Black Powder Promotional Program.
You can now obtain selected Lyman Black Powder Accessories at special
promotional prices. To order, simply select the items of your choice which
are listed below and order using the order form on the reverse side of this
page. Please make sure to use the correct part number which is indicated next
to the product or in the Lyman catalog which comes with your gun. Any
question, call toll free 1-800-22-LYMAN for assistance.
Normal Special Promo
Part # Retail Price
Lyman Black Powder Sights
57 SML Rear Target Sight 3090114 69.95 54.95
57 GPR Rear Target Sight 3090112 69.95 54.95
for Lyman Great Plains
66 MK Receiver Sight 3662260 69.95 54.95
(for Knight MK & BK Rifles)
57 SMET Receiver Sight 3572091 69.95 54.95
(for White Systems Rifles)
17 AML Front Target Sight 3090115 28.25 22.95
17 ATC Front Target Sight 3090116 28.25 22.95
(for Thompson Center)
16 AML Fold Down Hunting Sight 3090117 13.25 9.95
37 ML Front Hunting Sight 3090118 9.50 7.50
Combo Set (16 AML & 37 ML) 3090106 17.95 14.50
Black Powder Casting
Equipment
Mini-Mag Casting Furnace 110V 2800200 54.00 40.95
Lead Casting Dipper 2867790 14.95 11.95
Lead Ingot Mould 2837794 16.95 12.95
Lead Pot 2867791 12.95 9.95
Casting Thermometer 2867793 37.50 28.95
Round Ball Mould Blocks Part # in 61.25 45.95
(Single or double Cavity) Catalog
Maxi Ball Mould Blocks 61.25 45.95
Minie Ball Mould Blocks 61.25 45.95
Other Black Powder Accessories
Unbreakable Delrin Ramrod 6010030 8.25 6.95
Butchs Black Powder Bore Shine 02949 6.65 4.95
Offer Expires 12/31/04 
						

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