About Pedersoli Howdah Hunter
With twin barrels packing a one-two wallop, this big-bore pistol was popular with Europeans exploring the vast jungles of India and Burma in the mid-1800s. On a typical excursion, explorers and soldiers were part of an elephant caravan. Riding on a howdah (the basket perched atop an elephant) may look safe in today’s world, but a century ago danger was imminent. Tigers could scale the side of a slow-moving elephant in the blink of an eye. To combat surprise attacks, the Howdah-style side-by-side pistol was created. Two cavernous 20-gauge smoothbore barrels can be loaded with buckshot, a single slug, or the devastating "buck and ball"-load common in big-bore muzzleloaders used on dangerous game. Squeeze one of the triggers, and you’ll appreciate the hand-conforming checkered walnut grip and the recoil-soaking end-cap counterweight. Its case-hardened lockplates are engraved with detailed wild animal scenes. Optional shoulder stock also available.
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Militia2
April 11, 2018
100%
How do you do
One great Pistol / Shotgun well made hit target at at 50 yds. Shoots well with Buck & Ball I give it two thumbs up.
kixster
February 13, 2018
100%
hoot to shoot
great workmenship from pedersoli fit and finish is great. as i do with all my new guns i take them apart an inspect them for any loose screw's and what not. when i took the howdah's lock plate's off i found the parts inside to be bone dry. what i use for
traveler1550
July 12, 2017
100%
fun gun
This is not very practical but a blast to own. Here in NM fireworks are allowed on the 4th. Iloaded it up minus the shot and used it instead. the police across the street were informed by me ahead of time and came over so I had to reload multiple times so
KenBear
January 13, 2015
100%
20 ga Howdah
Excellent reproduction. Could not be more satisfied with this purchase. Waited 3 years for it to go on sale.
SeaTea
January 11, 2015
100%
Excellent purchase.
Delivery was right on time.
OregonLee
July 11, 2013
100%
Shooting the Howdah -- A great pistol
After reading the Q/A's, I wanted to share my experience with my 20 ga Howdah purchased from Cabela's in 2010. A 0.600 lead ball plus .015 oiled .60-.69 cal patch and 50 grains of powder works great for me. I just started shooting lead shot and found that
rich199
March 3, 2013
100%
howdah pistol
I like the appearance . mechanically , it looks ok . I have not shot it because this is all new to me .
carbiner
February 26, 2013
100%
unique blackpowder experience
lots of fun-i've only shot it with balls, but i just recieved the wads and will be working up some loads for different shot sizes next. with the shoulder stock there is very little recoil. a fun firearm to shoot and just play with.
Anonymous
January 16, 2013
100%
20ga Howda Hunter is FUN!
I doubt that I will ever hunt from a howda, but shooitng the Pedersoli Howda Hunter is just too much fun. Big grins from everyone. The round ball loads from 15 yards are pretty accurate considering you have only a shotgun style front bead. First time out
fuzeman
October 11, 2011
80%
Pedersoli Howdah Pistol....a defect or not ?
Shot my new Pedersoli Howdah Pistol today, but while cleaning it I notice two triangle gaps between the barrels at the breech hooks.
NICKKER
May 28, 2011
100%
WOWSER!
I got mine about a year ago for Christmas. Mine is the .54/.20 ga combo and it draws a crowd when i go to the range. Even being big and heavy, it is still a smart move to hang on when you touch off a load. I load a little hotter but I enjoy all the attent
UrsusAmericanas
January 17, 2011
100%
.20 Gauge Howda...lookout beast!
I received my .20 gauge Howdah about ten days ago... wow what a nice looking weapon. It is perfect except where the metal below the trigger guard was pressed into the stock-wood. It appears they were trying to fill-in this area with putty. But it is so be
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