Hunting deer the old-fashioned way that is, with traditional flintlock firearms is savored among many hunters. The effective range of a period muzzleloader is far shorter than with a modern rifle, plus youll only get to fire once. While the longer barrel of a rifle improves your chances, Kentucky Afield Host Tim Farmer chooses to take his shot with a flintlock pistol. Even for the nations oldest hunting show, the opportunity to showcase this seldom-seen style is a milestone. Follow Farmer into the fields of Nicholas County for an unusual hunt.

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