If the lock sparks well deal is done. Shoot it until it begs for mercy then shoot it again. It's a nice pistol for the woods or the range as well. I have one, not a Pedersoli, but nicely made by a gent who no longer does pistols. Mine is a .50 and shoots very well (I don't but the pistol does). It sports an older stock style which I like better and that feels more natural. I've had mine quite a good long time and was surprised at the
KICK it delivered. Put a hunting (deer) load in it and grip it snug. Light, weenie loads are great for targets and of course for small game and don't kick to speak of.