Testing "RUINED" Muzzleloader Bores: The SURPRISING Results of Pitted Barrels!

We took on a challenge: to find cheap muzzleloaders, specifically those neglected by their previous owners with severely rusty and pitted bores. Many consider these guns "ruined" and worthless, but we wanted to put that to the test. In this video, we’ll go over neglected rifles, give you a detailed look inside the compromised barrels using a bore cam, and then take them to the rifle range. Can a rusty bore still deliver acceptable hunting accuracy? The results, using a patched roundball, were genuinely shocking. Watch to see the shocking bore cam footage and the targets to find out if these cheap, "ruined" muzzleloaders are a viable option for budget-minded shooters. Follow us: https://www.rgsrestorations.com/ #muzzleloader #blackpowder #blackpowdershooting #muzzleloaderrifle #muzzleloadertest #rustygun #gunrestoration #accuracytest #vintagerifle #shootingchallenge #pittedbore #huntingrifles EDUCATIONAL & HISTORICAL NOTICE: This video documents the professional restoration and historical study of antique firearms. All activities are performed by a trained professional in a controlled environment following all local and federal laws. This content is intended for documentary and artistic purposes only. We do not provide instructions on the manufacture of firearms or ammunition, nor do we sell or link to the sale of firearms or regulated accessories. Do not attempt to replicate any activities shown.