the 209x50's are intended for G2's, and have a pin sticking below the lug to prevent lockup on a regular frame...that is necause another company (Gonic Arms) owned the patent for contender muzzleloaders, but the G2 was fair game.
i bought a 209x45 barrel myself & used a dremel to lop that pin off th elug, took about 30 seconds, and works like a charm on my regulat "old style" frames. i personally dont care for the feel of G2's or Encores, after 20 years of contenders the others dont feel right.
be advised, lopping that pin off is considered a "modification" by the factory & voids your warranty on the barrel, though it does nor affect function in any way.
i use mine on a stainless or armour alloy frame..make sure you dont allow residue from lots of shooting to accumulate in your action to invite rust, i wipe mine out at the end of the season, never had any issues.
the 209x45 & 209x50 are realitively quick twist, work great for sabots.
best reagrds;
Gerald
Last edited by FyrepowrX; 12/22/09.
