Traditions Vortek StrikerFire User Manual

Safety & Instruction Manual WARNING: Black Powder or an approved black powder substitute are the only propellant powders that are safe to us

102. SAFE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION WARNING: ALWAYS HAVE THE MUZZLE OF THE FIREARM POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AT ALL TIMES. WARNING: FIREARMS A

11NEVER TRANSPORT A CHARGED OR PRIMED MUZZLELOADING FIREARM. When transporting your firearm it must be uncharged, unprimed and securely locked. Safe

123. SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR TRADITIONS™ MUZZLELOADER In addition to the general Firearm Safety Responsibilities covered so far in this manual, there

13primed muzzleloader, percussion caps, primers, priming powder or supply of powder may cause premature firing of the firearm or an explosion of the

14NEVER PRIME YOUR MUZZLELOADING FIREARM UNTILYOU ARE READY TO FIRE IT. Your muzzleloader should remain unprimed until the instant before firing. Aft

4. LEARNING THE BASICS OF THE VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ 15

Gun Model designation on frame Serial number marking on frame Propellant marking on barrel Caliber designation on barrel 16

Striker button in the “at rest” and de-cocked position Striker button in the cocked and ready to fire position SAFETIES INCLUDED WITH THE VORTEK S

5. FUNCTION TEST FOR THE VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ WARNING: ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND TREAT THE FIREARM AS IF IT WAS LOADED AND CAN F

Function testing the Vortek StrikerFire™ system 1. Push forward on the striker button until it locks forward in the cocked position. You should hear

2Your Muzzleloading Rifle Congratulations on your purchase of a Traditions™ muzzleloader. You have selected a muzzleloading firearm designed and engi

Function testing the trigger system 1. Press forward on the striker button to cock the rifle. 2. Press the safety button ensuring you feel it lock in

Note: If using the Northwest Edition model you will have to use the supplied wrench to remove the breech plug, refer to Section 15 on instructions of

227. BASIC EQUIPMENT FOR SHOOTING THE VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ In order to shoot your Traditions™ muzzleloader, you will need the following accessories o

23ALWAYS WEAR ADEQUATE AND PROPER EAR PROTECTION SPECIFIED FOR FIREARM USE to prevent permanent damage to your hearing. Make sure any and all bystand

249. CHARGING YOUR TRADITIONS™ VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ WARNING: ALWAYS POINT THE MUZZLE IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND DO NOT HAVE ANY PART OF YOUR BODY OVER T

To test and clear the ignition channel follow these steps. Point the rifle down towards a safe area on the ground and load a primer into the 209 prim

2. Adjust your Traditions™ powder measure to the desired correct charge for the type of powder you are using based on the powder manufacturer’s reco

LOADING THE PROJECTILE: TRADITIONS™ SMACKDOWN SABOTED BULLETS: The plastic material used in our Traditions™ sabots is self-lubricating; therefore y

5. Push the projectile deeper into the bore using the longer shaft of the ball starter until it hits the muzzle. 6. With the loading jag on your

29TRADITIONS™ FULL BORE BULLETS: Note: Full Bore bullets do not require any lube for loading. 1. Place the projectile into the barrel using the bal

3WARNING! YOU MUST READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS CAREFULLY. BE SURE THAT YOU UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS BEFORE USING THIS OR

10. PRIMING THE TRADITIONS™ VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ WARNING: DO NOT PRIME YOUR MUZZLELOADER UNTIL IMMEDIATELY BEFORE YOU ARE PREPARED TO FIRE. The 209 s

11. FIRING THE TRADITIONS™ VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ WARNING: ALWAYS KEEP THE MUZZLE POINTED IN A SAFE DIRECTION AND BE SURE OF YOUR TARGET AND WHAT IS BEY

3212. DEPRIMING YOUR MUZZLELOADER AFTER FIRING: 1. Press the barrel catch lever and open the action to expose primer. When you press the barrel catc

33 2. Verify that the action is free of debris. 3. Try a new primer. If the primer fires but the main charge does not: 1. Keep the muzzle pointed

3414. UNLOADING AND UNCHARGING YOUR RIFLE There are two different methods for removing the projectile and charge: Method 1 Note: It is recommended

15. CLEANING & MAINTENANCE WARNING: Confirm there are no powder charges, primers or projectiles are present or available during any disassembly,

36 Description Reference Description Reference 1 Butt Stock (AW Over) M5002-2GG 29 Trigger Spring Support Pin 56030 2 Butt Pad 56026 30

Vortek StrikerFire™ Northwest Magnum Vortek StrikerFire™ Northwest Magnum breech plug Musket Nipple Breech Plug 37

38 Description Reference Description Reference 1 Butt Stock M5002-2GG 31 Striker 56007WM 2 Butt Pad 56026 32 Striker Retention Pin

39 RANGE CLEANING AND ADVICE WHILE SHOOTING A systematic routine of cleaning while shooting is strongly advised to aid in avoiding problems while lo

4TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES……………...5 2. SAFE STORAGE & TRANSPORTATION………...10 3. SAFETY RULES FOR YOUR TRADITIONS™

40FIELD CLEANING & DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE The field disassembly procedure is most often used for general cleaning, lubrication and inspection of

41Step: #3 Rifle Cleaning & Lubrication: 1. Apply Traditions EZ Clean™ to barrel brush and cleaning patches to clean both interior and exterior o

Step: #2 Rifle Detailed Disassembly: 1. Remove Ram Rod from rifle (#55). 2. Remove forend stock screw (#40) and forend (#41) from barrel assembly usin

5. Lightly oil striker assembly. 6. Lightly oil inside of Receiver (#27). 7. Lightly oil Trigger (#17), Sear (#15) and Striker Stop (#13) and Mechan

44IMPORTANT: Perform a function test as described earlier in this manual to confirm your rifle is fully operational and reassembly was correctly comp

45Removal of the Breech Plug: 1. Insert the larger end of the breech plug wrench over the breech plug and make sure it is fully seated. 2. Insert the

46Installation of the Accelerator Breech Plug™: Note: Before attempting to install the Accelerator Breech Plug™ be sure to inspect the fire channel

47To adjust: Move the rear sight in the direction you want the bullet to go. To adjust the sight use a flat tip screwdriver to turn the windage (left

48Note: When purchasing black powder make sure that the granulation or type is clearly marked on the manufacturer’s container so you can assure you a

49 Note: If using the Northwest Magnum model make sure to choose a powder that is compatible with a musket cap as its ignition source. Some black po

51. YOUR SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES SAFETY IS YOUR NUMBER ONE RESPONSIBILITY!!!! No matter if you are at home, in the field, at the range, or anywhere;

50Follow the safe handling and storage precautions printed on the manufacturer’s container and never purchase or use any powder that has been removed

5118. SUGGESTED LOADS FOR VORTEK STRIKERFIRE™ WARNING: NEVER UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE USE SMOKELESS POWDER OF ANY TYPE OR IN ANY QUANTITY IN A MUZZLE

52BLACKHORN 209, BLACK MZ, PYRODEX, TRIPLE SEVEN, BLACK POWDER SUBSTITUTES WARNING: Powder charges measured in volumetric units, not by weight. Bu

5319. WARRANTY & SERVICE LIMITED LIFETIME MECHANICAL WARRANTY Traditions™ will warrant this muzzleloading firearm (or parts in a kit to be buil

54Do call us and describe the problem. Chances are we can either guide you to a solution right over the phone or when possible send you the parts you

55________FOR YOUR RECORDS_______________ Important: Please record information here and keep for your record. Model No. ___________________________

39Cut Along Dotted LinePREFERRED CUSTOMER WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARDReferencing the label on the end of the carton, please write in the last 5 digits

P.O. Box 776Old Saybrook, CT 06475-0776PlacePostage Here.Or for additional security enclosein a envelope.

6YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS AND ALL YOUR FIREARMS AT ALL TIMES. In owning a firearm, you have a constant responsibility for your firearm’s safety a

7NEVER LEAN A CHARGED AND PRIMED RIFLE AGAINST A TREE, A WALL OR ANY SURFACE WHERE IT MAY FALL OVER. Once a rifle has been charged and primed it is y

8BEFORE HANDLING ANY FIREARM, UNDERSTAND ITS OPERATION. Not all firearms are the same and some have features and mechanical operation unique to that

9USE TRADITIONS™ SCOPE MOUNTS ONLY. All current Traditions™ rifles come drilled and tapped for use with scopes. Traditions™ offers a wide variety of