The Traditions ShedHorn is a 50 caliber percussion sidelock musket with a 26-inch fluted stainless barrel and stainless receiver. It has a Veil Wideland synthetic stock, Williams fiber optic sights, and an Accelerator Breech Plug. Capacity is 1 round. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Traditions 
• Model: ShedHorn 
• Caliber: 50 Cal 
• Capacity: 1rd 
• Barrel Length: 26 in 
• Color/Finish: Veil Wideland Camo / Stainless 
   

Detailed Features 

• 26-inch fluted stainless barrel 
• Stainless barrel and receiver 
• Veil Wideland synthetic stock 
• Williams fiber optic sights 
• Accelerator Breech Plug for faster loading 
• Percussion sidelock action

Hunters who carry the Traditions ShedHorn into the field appreciate the stainless construction for its weather resistance during early muzzleloader seasons. The Veil Wideland camo pattern on the synthetic stock suits timber and mixed-cover hunting, and the lightweight synthetic build keeps carry weight down on long days.

The Williams fiber optic sights draw mostly positive feedback as a practical, no-optic option that comes ready to use. Some owners mount a scope and bypass the irons entirely, finding the stainless receiver and fluted barrel a solid base. The Accelerator Breech Plug gets credit for easier field maintenance compared to traditional plugs.

Value is a consistent talking point for the ShedHorn. Buyers looking for a full-featured 50 caliber musket that can handle rain and cold without extensive maintenance find the stainless-and-synthetic combination worth the cost. The minority criticism is that the stock finish can feel hollow compared to more expensive synthetic options, though function rarely suffers.