Lyman Ideal 38-55, Mini Sharps????

[rbertalotto]

I have an opportunity to buy a Lyman Ideal in 38-55 for $1050.

I like this neat "mini" Sharps rifle.

Anyone have an range time with one?

[AJMD429]

I think I've seen posts on here about them, maybe the model in .22 Hornet.

They sound like really cool guns.

[kimwcook]

I remember someone having one, I think it was Mike (rjohns).

[Rusty]

I thought someone had one in .30-30 as well.

Sometimes seems to be kicking in... I think he lives in WV.

Nope, went back and checked my PMs oldgerboy bought a Charles Daily in .38-55.

[guido4198]

That would be one sweet rifle for whitetail...!!!!
At 6 lbs., moderate .38/55 loads won't be punishing, but if you push them up close to max., you're gonna know it..!!
If you buy it, and want to try some cast loads, I believe I have some Lyman 375248 bullets around here I can send you for testing. Let me know.

[clampdaddy]

That would be a sweet little walking rifle. I have a full sized Sharps and I love it but at around 12 pounds it isn't much fun to hunt with.

[rbertalotto]

Thanks folks!

I'm thinking a good hunting rifle. I hunted with my full size Sharps last fall........Like you said, not fun walking around with that thing!

[rjohns94]

You will love it. I have shot them in 38-55, 45 colt, 22 mag and 22lr. I owned two of those. Very fun rifles and the caliber you are thinking of will make a great hunting rifle.

[rbertalotto]

Simply amazing! I just got this months precision shooting magazine And there's is a whole article on this cartridge the 38- 55. Talk about perfect timing!

[COSteve]

They are sharp lookers and in 38-55 I'm betting it would be a hoot to shoot. If I had the scratch, I'd spring for it.