mountain rifle

I have been asked to repair an old - '70's? - CVA .54 caliber mountain rifle that is missing the drum, nipple and cleanout screw. The nipple and cleanout screw are not a problem but I've come up empty on the drum. Dixie Gun Works lists it as unavailable and it is in Track-of-the-Wolf's catalog...

I have been gifted a CVA Mountain Rifle in .50 cal. percussion. It is a kit he put together 30 years or more ago. He said he shot it once then cleaned it and has been stored since. Outside has a tiny bit of pitting but inside the barrel looks great.Not a spec of rust or residue when I cleaned it...

Hey all, Quick intro. Grew up hunting in MT, primarily with a lever 30-30, 30-40 kraig, .308 and 7mm-08. Haven't hunted in many, many years. Been busy with kids, work and most of my shooting has been AR and pistol via tactical classes. Oldest son is 8, and he and my wife have been watching...