FAQ, useful information for the purchase
QUESTIONS
01 - Where I can find your instruction manuals for guns and accessories?
02 - Where can I find the list of distributors and gun shops you work with?
03 - Where can I find the list of guns shops that have an agreement to collect the goods purchased through your e-commerce site? Only for Italy.
04 - Can I buy directly from the factory? Only for Italy.
05 - Is it necessary to make an appointment to come to the company to visit the showroom and/or collect goods?
06 - Are the offers listed on your e-commerce site also valid if I order via e-mail or through a gun dealer?
07 - Why do I need to enter the place and date of birth?
08 - I can't complete my purchase on your online shop; the site doesn't allow me to pay by credit card. How can I proceed with the payment?
09 - Can you send me the goods by cash on delivey?
10 - Which documents are needed to purchase a single-shot muzzle-loading gun in Italy?
11 - I don't have a gun license. Is it true that muzzle-loading guns are freely available in Italy? Where can I go to shoot?
12 - What documents are needed to purchase a muzzle-loading gun with multiple shots or a breech-loading rifle in Italy?
13 - I can't find Black Powder on the e-commerce site. How can I buy it? What documents do I need? What type of powder should I use for my gun? Only for Italy.
14 - I am purchasing a gun on your site. When I go to pick it up, will I still have to pay something to the gun shop? Only for Italy.
15 - After purchasing one of your single-shot muzzle-loading guns, the gun shop gave me a statement: what is it for? How long do I have to keep it? Only for Italy.
16 - I have a muzzle-loading gun of yours on my license. Can you declare that the gun has become freely available for sale? Only for Italy.
17 - I own original vintage guns. Could you tell me their value?
18 - What kind of work should I do on your kit guns?
19 - I need some spare parts, which I can't find on your site. How can I order them?
20 - I need nipples/flints for my gun. Which ones are correct?
21 - Can I convert flintlock to percussion and vice versa?
22 - On which rifles can indoor conversion nipples be mounted and what type of caps are used?
23 - With the indoor nipple can I also shoot with Black Powder?
24 - Can indoor conversion nipples also be mounted on guns of other brands?
25 - How can I measure the powder? If you exceed the quantity, what happens? Can the gun explode?
26 - I need some accessories to use with my gun. Is the gun supplied with accessories?
27 - I have seen several Creedmoor sights on the site, which one is the most suitable for my Shaprs rifle? Are they all good?
28 - Can I replace the barrel of my gun and have one in another caliber?
ANSWERS
01 - Where I can find your instruction manuals for guns and accessories?
On our official website, in the Download section, you can find and download several manuals in PDF format.
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For example, you will find the safety manual extended to all our guns, the instruction manuals for muzzle-loading and breech-loading guns, manuals to learn the power charges suitable for each guns, instrucions for Creedmoor sights and much more.
02 - Where can I find the list of distributors and gun shops you work with?
On our official website, in the Distributors section, you can find the foreign distributors and Italian gun shops we work with.
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We specify that the Italian gun shops listed are not necessarily affiliated with the sale of guns through e-commerce site.
For the online sale of guns, we recommend reading question no. 3.
03 - Where can I find the list of gun shops that have an agreement to collect the goods purchased through your e-commerce site? Only for Italy.
On our e-commerce site, in the Gun shops collection section, you can find the list of Italian gun shops with which we collaborate for online sales.
Stores
We would like to point out that the gun sale is intended exclusively for the Italian State.
For sales abroad, we recommend contacting our distributors (see question no. 2).
04 - Can I buy directly from the factory? Only for Italy.
Our guns, accessories and all spare parts can be purchased through our e-commerce site, when available.
Accessories and spare parts only, they will be delivered directly to your home; when the order includes a gun, the shipping address will be that of the chosen gun shop.
If the gun is not available, we recommend going to your trusted gun dealer to place the order.
It is also possible to order and collect the goods directly at the company, by appointment.
05 - It is necessary to make an appointment to come to the company to visit the showroom and/or collect the goods?
Yes, an appointment is required, by calling 0308915000 or by filling out the Contact us form on our official website.
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06 - Are the offers listed on your e-commerce also valid if I order via e-mail or through a gun dealer?
The offers listed on our e-commerce site are valid exclusively for online purchases, guns for Italy only; accessories and spare parts are shipped to Italy and abroad.
All our guns, even those on offer, can be picked up at the selected Italian gun dealer after the purchase is completed.
The accessories, even those on offer, can be sent to a private address or can be picked up at our company, by appointment.
Inside/Outside Italy, we can ship guns to licensed dealers only.
07 - Why do I need to enter the place and date of birth?
We need your date and place (town) of birth to complete our records, as required by Italian law for sales to private customers.
The information will remain confidential.
08 - I can't complete my purchase on your online shop; the site doesn't allow me to pay by credit card. How can I proceed with the payment?
If you have trouble paying by credit card, try the following:
- go back to the Google home page and delete your history, this could help make browsing easier;
- try placing the order again;
- contact your bank to make sure your credit card is enabled for foreign payments;
- make sure you are using a VISA, VISA ELECTRON, MAESTRO or MASTERCARD credit card;
- pay attention to the minimum order.
If you still have problems, take a screenshot of the page and send it to us by email; or describe the problem exactly, listing the type of credit card used, the products (codes) you want to purchase and in what quantity, and your shipping address.
With this data, we can do a test and see what is the problem.
09 - Can you send me the goods by cash on delivery?
On our e-commerce site we accept payments by credit card or by advance bank transfer; cash on delivery is not available.
10 - Which documents are needed to purchase a single-shot muzzle-loading gun in Italy?
The purchase of the single-shot muzzle-loading replica in Italy can be made by an adult by showing a valid identity document (Identity Card, Passport or driving license).
There is no obligation to report the possession of the gun to the Police Authorities and they can be held in unlimited numbers.
If you live in a country other than Italy, we invite you to check the applicable regulations in your country of residence.
11 - I don't have a gun license. Is it true that muzzle-loading guns are freely available in Italy? Where can I go to shoot?
We inform you that to purchase replicas of single-shot muzzle-loading guns in Italy, it is not necessary to hold a gun license and there is no obligation to report the purchase to the competent police authorities based on the provisions of Law No. 526/1999- L.422/2000- D.M.362/2001; to use the gun, you will have to go to a shooting range that can provide you with black powder.
If you are in a country other than Italy, we recommend that you check the current regulations in your country of residence.
12 - What documents are needed to purchase a muzzle-loading gun with multiple shots or a breech-loading rifle in Italy?
The mail order sale of muzzle-loading guns with multiple shots (such as double-barrel shotguns or revolvers) and breech-loading rifles takes place in compliance with European Directive 853/2017 and only on Italian territory.
The customer must show up at the gun shop with IDENTITY DOCUMENTS AND A VALID FIREARMS LICENCE or other title that authorizes the purchase and possession of firearms.
The gun shop will finalize the sale and proceed with the formal purchase report together with the user.
In addition to checking the validity of the firearms license, we invite our customers to check that they still have space on the license to include the new gun.
If you wish to purchase a muzzle-loading gun with multiple shots or a breech-loading rifle through our e-commerce site, you will need to upload the complete scan of your firearms license to the system.
We will take care of verifying its validity.
We remind you that, as previously mentioned, the gun shop will also reserve the right to check it.
Outside Italy, guns, in compliance with the regulations of individual states on online gun sales, cannot be purchased directly from the web except through local retailers.
13 - I can't find Black Powder on the e-commerce site. How can I buy it? Whats documents do I need? What type of powder should I use for my gun? Only for Italy.
We inform you that we market and distribute Pow-Ex black powder in ½ kg packs throughout the country, to gun shops that request it. To use and therefore to purchase black powder, you must have a gun license. Otherwise, you can check whether the Shooting Range in your area has black powder and, in this case, you can shoot the gun inside the shooting range using the black powder provided by the range itself; or the range can request it from a gun shop you trust. In this regard, WANO also offers small 62.5 gram packs of black powder, called "SAFETY TUBE", which the range can deliver to the shooter for use at the range itself.
14 -I am purchasing a gun on your site. When I go to pick it up, will I still have to pay something to the gun shop? Only for Italy.
The final cost to be paid by the customer includes shipping costs and the percentage granted to the gun dealer for the gun delivery service following our direct sales through the online shop.
NO OTHER COST MUST, THEREFORE, BE REQUIRED FROM THE GUN DEALER.
15 - After purchasing one of your single-shot muzzle-loading guns, the gun shop gave me a statement: what is it for? How long do I have to keep it? Only for Italy.
We would like to point out that, despite being guns with modest offensive capacity, our muzzle-loading replicas are still guns in all respects. Each gun we produce is regularly registered and subjected to the forced proof tests required by law at the National Proof House.
The gun dealer is also required to register it in special Public Security records, in order to have traceability of the gun.
The document certifying ownership and/or possession must be kept.
If you want to give away the gun to an adult, we recommend that you write a new document similar to the one provided by the gun dealer in the name of the new owner; it must be printed in duplicate: one copy must be kept together with the statement provided by the gun dealer, while the new statement must be kept by the new owner.
16 - I have a muzzle-loading gun of yours on my license. Can you declare that the gun has become freely available for sale? Only for Italy.
If you wish to remove from the license a single-shot muzzle-loading gun purchased before the Ministerial Decree of 9 August 2001 came into force, you must forward the following documentation to the National Proof House in Gardone Val Trompia (BS) (without shipping the gun):
- 2 photographs of the gun, right side and left side;
- name of the manufacturing company;
- model, calibre and serial number;
- copy of the license;
- your personal data (address, telephone number and tax code).
After checking the documentation, the Authority will send you a document certifying that the gun falls within the classification of a replica of a single-shot muzzle-loading gun of a model prior to 1890 with modest offensive capacity.
The document must be shown to the competent authorities in order they can remove the gun from the list of those included in the license.
17 - I own original vintage guns. Could you tell me their value?
Our production refers to reproductions of historical guns and we do not have information regarding the market for original ones.
For more information regarding the guns in your possession, you can contact a gun shop dealing with original guns and/or that uses the help of experts in the field.
18 - What kind of work should I do on your kit guns?
Kit guns are pre-assembled: the barrel proof tested at the PROOF HOOUSE, not yet blued, it goes through an anti-corrosion and oxidation treatment; the lock is assembled and working; the stock requires sanding, checkering (where applicable), staining, final polishing and oil; the fittings must be cleaned and polished.
19 - I need some spare paets, which I can't find on your site. How can I order them?
Our guns are made up of several parts.
In the technical sheet of each model, in the CHARACTERISTICS section, you can find the exploded view to download (Download exploded view), where all the parts are listed.
By entering the last four digits of the reference code in the search bar, you will find the part you are looking for.
If the spare part you need is not listed on our e-commerce site, you can send us an email with your request: we will do our best to make it available within a few days from the request.
Barrels and barrel caps must be ordered through a gun dealer in Italy, or from a distributor if shipping is outside of Italy.
The finished stocks complete with metal parts must also be ordered through a gun dealer or directly from the company in Italy, or through a distributor.
The raw stocks can be purchased through the e-commerce site, if available.
20 - I need nipples/flints for my gun. Which ones are correct?
The data sheet for each product indicates the correct nipple (or flint) to use with the gun.
You can find this information in the listed features or in the compatible-with section, also located inside the data sheet.
21 - Can I convert flintlock to percussion and vice versa?
Many of our guns can be converted from flintlock to percussion and vice versa by replacing the lock and drum with vent hole and vice versa.
For more information, contact us.
22 - On which rifles can indoor conversion nipples be mounted and what type of caps are used?
Regarding the conversion nipple for #209 caps (Fiocchi 615) we specify that it is applicable to the majority of our muzzle-loading rifle models, with the exception of military rifles and compatibly with the availability of polymer balls (cal. .36 .44 and .45). However, we suggest considering rifles with shorter barrel such as Scout and Tryon.
23 - With the indoor nipple can I also shoot with Black Powder?
The use of the indoor conversion nipple (036U068000) and Fiocchi 615 capsules was created exclusively for a reduced shot made with polymer ball and absolutely does not require the use of black powder.
24 - Can indoor conversion nipples also be mounted on guns of other brands?
On most of our guns it is possible to interchange the nipple conversion from #11 to #209 or on guns with the nipple thread of ¼" - 28 UNF. With guns of other brands you will have to check their compatibility.
25 - How can I measure the powder? If you exceed the quantity, what happens? Can the gun explode?
No, the gun does not explode, only black powder, or black powder substitutes must be used and safety measures must be respected.
On our official website, in the download section > safety and instruction manuals, you can download the chart entitled RECOMMENDED POWDER DOSES TABLE, which lists the minimum and maximum doses to use for each model and caliber.
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We suggest never loading the gun directly from the flask, pour the powder from the flask into a measuring device (various models available: U189, U192, U193, U195, U196, U197 U199).
To optimize the shooting result it is not necessary to use excessive doses of black powder, since the excess quantity remains unburned, worsening the shot.
26 - I need some accessoriesto use with my gun. Is the gun supplied with accessories?
Accessories can be purchased separately.
Our guns are packaged in cardboard boxes and they are usually supplied as shown on our official website.
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The safety instructions booklet is included into the box, which refers you to download more information in the Download section of our official website.
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Following you will find a list of some useful accessories to use with the gun.
We specify that first of all it is essential to clean the gun very well also inside the barrel to remove the protective oil.
For percussion guns:
- Cleaning set U336A is the most complete we offer for loading and cleaning percussion guns (specify the caliber).
Cleaning, loading and shooting set for percussion firearms
You can view other sets at the following link.
Loading & cleaning sets for muzzle loading and breech loading guns, rifles and pistols
- Pack of balls: each gun requires a specific ball; you can find this information among the characteristics listed in the technical sheet of the gun; the instructions indicate the size of the ball based on the caliber of the gun.
Lead balls and bullets to use with muzzle loading and breech loading guns
- The round ball requires the patch, acting as a wad; in the manual Suggested black powder charges (read question no. 25), you will find not only the ball size, but also the thickness of the patches to use for each gun.
Shooting accessories for muzzle loading guns
- Caps: Most of our guns use caps no. 11.
We are able to offer the caps only for the Italian market, for the product codes contact the shop at the following e-mail: shop@davidepedersoli.com
- Nipple: you should have found your gun already equipped with the correct nipple.
In the Download section of our website (read question no. 25), you will find a link to search for the list of the most suitable nipples; this information can also be found among the accessories in the technical sheet of the gun and Compatible-with section.
For flintlock guns:
- Cleaning set U336B is the most complete set we offer for loading and cleaning flintlock guns (specify the caliber).
Cleaning, loading and shooting set for flintlock firearms
You can view other sets at the following link.
Loading & cleaning sets for muzzle loading and breech loading guns, rifles and pistols
- Pack of balls: each gun requires a specific ball; you can find this information among the characteristics listed in the technical sheet of the gun; the instructions indicate the size of the ball based on the caliber.
Lead balls and bullets to use with muzzle loading and breech loading guns
- The round ball requires the patch, which acts as a wad; in the manual Suggested black powder loads (read question no. 25), you will find not only the balls, but also the thickness of the patches to use for each gun.
Shooting accessories for muzzle loading guns
- Flintlocks: you should have found your gun already equipped with the flint, tightened in the lead clamp.
In the Download section of our website (read question no. 25), you will find a link to search for the list of the correct flints; this information can also be found among the accessories in the technical sheet of the gun, Compatible-with section.
We sell the flints in sets of 5.
Shooting accessories for muzzle loading guns
- Clamps: 036U095000
Bag of 3 lead flint clamps
Equipped with black powder you are now ready to load and use your muzzleloading gun!
You can then equip yourself with professional accessories to improve your shooting experience, such as producing balls/bullets with our professional bullet molds.
Professional steel bullet moulds to use with muzzle loading and breech loading guns
And many more.
27 - I have seen several Creedmor sights on the site, which one is the most suitable for my Sharps rifle? Are they all good?
The Creedmoor, Soule and Goodwin sights can be mounted on our Sharps, Rolling Block, High Wall cartridge rifles and not only, thanks to one of the elongated holes on the base, mounting is also made easier on other brand rifles. Some Creedmoor sights are also suitable for some of our muzzle-loading long guns, which we already pre-drilled on the tang.
You can see them all in our online shop:
- Code U431 SILHOUETTE CREEDMORE, high precision.
- Code U461 MIDDLE RANGE SILHOUETTE CREED. SIGHT adjustable for elevation and windage.
Both to be combined with the U426 TUNNEL SIGHT W/12 INSERTS.
Or
- Code U430 UNIVERSAL LONG CREEDM. SIGHT.
- Code U465 UNIVERSAL SHORT CREED. SIGHT.
To be combined with the U469-R TUNNEL FRONT SIGHT W/INSERTS.
Or
- Code U405 MIDDLE "SOULE TYPE" CREEDM. for medium range.
- Code U406 LONG R."SOULE TYPE" CREEDM. for long range.
Both to be combined with the U457 SPIRIT LEVEL TUNNEL SIGHT W/15 INSERTS.
Or
- Code U407 "GOODWIN STYLE" CREEDMOOR SIGHT
- Code U557 "GOODWIN STYLE" 2nd GENERATION CREEDMOOR SIGHT.
All the diopters listed above have the possibility of replacing the eyepiece with the U463 PROFESSIONAL EYE PIECE.
Among the least exprensive diopters is:
- Code U454 LONG CREEDMOOR SIGHT ADJUSTABLE FOR ELEVATION for SHARPS.
- Code U445 SHORT CREEDMOOR SIGHT ADJUSTABLE FOR ELEVATION with small horizontal adjustment at the eyepiece.
- Code U433 SHORT CREEDMOOR SIGHT ADJUSTABLE FOR WINDAGE AND ELEVATION
- Code U436 LONG CREEDMOOR SIGHT ADJUSTABLE FOR WINDAGE AND ELEVATION the bases are suitable for mounting on ROLLING BLOCK rifles.
28 - Can I replace the barrel of my gun and have one in another caliber?
We inform you that to purchase an interchangeable barrel for your gun, whether it is a certified gun as a replica of a muzzle-loading one or a certified gun as a replica of a breech-loading rifle, it is necessary to indicate with the request: type, model and serial number of the gun you want to purchase the interchangeable barrel. The company reserves the right to technically evaluate its feasibility, given the need to verify that the pressure developed by the requested caliber is equal to or lower than that of the basic caliber.