# Traditions ShedHorn Black .50 Cal Muzzleloader - Craft & Precision

**Brand:** Traditions
**Category:** Muzzleloaders Rifles
**Caliber:** .50 Caliber

## Specifications

- **Caliber:** .50 Caliber
- **Barrel Length:** 26"
- **Capacity:** 1 rounds
- **Finish:** Black Cerakote
- **Overall Length:** 49"
- **UPC:** 040589030036
- **SKU:** UCiItQsm

## Description

The Traditions ShedHorn is a .50 caliber muzzleloader with a black Cerakote finish on a fluted chromoly tapered barrel and a wood stock. It uses musket cap ignition and a double set trigger system, which gives shooters the option of a very light let-off when needed.

### Key Specifications
- **Manufacturer:** Traditions
- **Family:** Muzzleloader Series
- **Model:** ShedHorn
- **Type:** Muzzleloader
- **Action:** Single Action
- **Caliber/Gauge:** .50 Caliber
- **Finish:** Black Cerakote with Wood Stock
- **Barrel Length:** 26 inches
- **Overall Length:** 49 inches
- **Capacity:** 1 round (single shot)
- **Shipping Weight:** 8.5 lbs.
- **Sights:** Williams Fiber Optic Adjustable Sights
- **Drilled/Tapped for Scope Mounting:** Yes
- **Additional Features:**
  - Fluted Chromoly Tapered Barrel
  - Double Set Trigger System
  - Musket Cap Ignition

### Detailed Features

The fluted barrel reduces weight while the taper improves balance at the muzzle end. Williams fiber optic sights are adjustable and pick up light well in low-contrast conditions. The Cerakote finish handles moisture and field wear without much maintenance. Drilled and tapped for scope mounting if you prefer glass over open sights.

The double set trigger works simply: set the rear trigger first and the front trigger breaks at a noticeably lighter pull. For deliberate shots on game, it's a useful option.

### Usage

The 26" barrel and .50 caliber work well for deer-sized game at muzzleloader-legal ranges. The drilled and tapped receiver gives you flexibility with sighting options. It also fits muzzleloader competition events where musket cap ignition is the standard.

## What Reviewers Say

*Quoted verbatim from YouTube reviews. Each link opens the video at the moment quoted.*

> This is something that people really complain about when it comes to traditional muzzleloading and while it's not that difficult having a removable breech plug like this is super smart.
>
> — [I Love Muzzleloading](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB2zGgmkgP0&t=87s)

> I don't personally have an issue with that I understand that's the name of the game you know that's business.
>
> — [I Love Muzzleloading](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB2zGgmkgP0&t=241s)

> I think it's really clever personally I'm not paid I don't have any dog in this fight here I just like following these Innovations.
>
> — [I Love Muzzleloading](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB2zGgmkgP0&t=301s)

> Traditions here with a shed horn in my opinion unbiased opinion here not paid has created a pathway you know an exit ramp that makes it that much easier for somebody to enjoy and engage in traditional muzzling.
>
> — [I Love Muzzleloading](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RB2zGgmkgP0&t=348s)

## What Customers Say

*AI-generated insights from customer reviews*

Users generally speak well of the ShedHorn's build quality and trigger. The double set trigger in particular gets called out as a genuine advantage for precision shots. Hunters appreciate being able to take a light-pull shot when they have time to set it.

The main criticisms are practical: loading and cleaning a muzzleloader is inherently more involved than a centerfire, and a few users found the ShedHorn's bore tight enough to require some break-in before patching was easy. Accuracy at longer distances is manageable but demands good technique. Some users saw groups open up past 75-100 yards when they rushed the load.

On value, most buyers feel it's competitive for the feature set. Potential buyers are generally advised to compare barrel length and ignition type across Traditions' lineup before committing, since the ShedHorn's specs sit in the middle of their muzzleloader range.

## Pricing

**3 offers available**

| Vendor | Price |
|--------|-------|
| Buds Gun Shop | $503.99 |
| Grabagun Com | $589.99 |
| Impactguns Com | $616.99 |

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