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  1. MTplainsman

    Turkey load for a 28 gauge (56 cal) ???

    Hi folks! This may have been already discussed on this forum many times before and I apologize if I am asking a repetitive question here... ...I am headed South to District 7 in Montana for Spring Gobbler and I will be taking my Ken Netting Type G Trade Gun in 56 cal with a 45" barrel. I will...
  2. MTplainsman

    Low Tech Range Finding Instruments...

    I am looking for a "Low Tech" range finding tool of some sort, to add to my range box. I want a tool that actually works well, and not just a cool gadget showpiece. I recently saw an adjustable brass "Primitive Range Finder, patterned from an antique circa 1869" on TOTW made by TDC. I am...
  3. MTplainsman

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  4. MTplainsman

    WANTED "Custom" Fowler or Trade Gun in .62 or .56 [Search Closed]

    Hello folks, I'm in search of a "custom made" Fowler or Early Trade Gun in .56 or .62 flintlock smoothbore. My price range is anywhere from $1,500 to $3,500. I am fairly picky as to what I am looking for, so please don't take offense if I am not interested in what you may be offering. I...
  5. MTplainsman

    Advantages/Disadvantages of 3f with Shot???

    Hi folks... I am still fairly fresh to the Smoothbore game (couple years now) and am exploring advice as much as possible to help in my journey. I played around with a 20 ga French Trade gun about 20 some odd years ago, but was pretty seasoned with a 50 cal Flinter though. I am currently...
  6. MTplainsman

    Tom Curran Mainspring Vice???

    I am in the market for a MSV that covers all sizes of springs... The more universal the better. I want the best I can get and don't care about the cost. Is the Tom Curran what I am looking for? What's the best out there right now? Would I still need to add another type of spring vice to...
  7. MTplainsman

    Mods please delete this thread...

    Posted this thread but found a similar thread already. This is not needed anymore. Thank you.
  8. MTplainsman

    Range and Cleaning Rod suggestions...

    I am looking for a lifetime quality rod for range shooting and also a lifetime quality rod for cleaning. I am not worried too much about cost, more about the quality. What do you guys have for suggestions and where can they be bought? Appreciate any help guys! PS, I would like the cleaning...
  9. MTplainsman

    What's up with October Country?

    It's past 2 weeks now and my order has not showed up. I spose I should give them a call in the morning just to see if all is still good. I am a patient person and don't mind waiting, but I am just curious if this is there normal for them to be delayed this long?
  10. MTplainsman

    Bulk lead source on line???

    Hi folks... Not sure if this is the proper place to post this, so if it needs to be moved, I am cool with that. My question is: What business do you or have you, ordered bulk quantities of lead for casting round ball, swan shot, and the like? I want to make a minimum purchase of 1,000 lbs or...
  11. MTplainsman

    WANTED Brass Ramrod Puller

    Anyone have a solid brass ramrod puller they would part with??? They are "out of stock" everywhere I have looked on the net. Thanks in advance. Joel
  12. MTplainsman

    CLOSED Brain tanned scraps and pieces.

    Looking for smaller leftovers of genuine (not simulated) smoked brain tanned leather scraps and pieces I could use for smaller projects. I have no use for half hard trimmings, but only soft, supple, and sturdy leather. I need for many projects like coat cuffs, small pouches, frizzen covers...
  13. MTplainsman

    Your opinions on Kashtuk fowlers...

    I have just recently jumped back into the game of Flintlock smoothbores. I had gotten away from them for several year do to "life"... I couldn't take it any longer however, and I have jumped back in with both feet. Can't think of not having Flintlocks in my life again. Anyhow, I have had...
  14. MTplainsman

    CLOSED Custom 20 ga Flintlock Fowler

    Looking for a "custom" 20 ga Flintlock Fowler. I am not particular on the style of Fowler or if it is 100% historically accurate, but I do want a high quality fit and finish with high quality parts. My max budget for this gun would be $3,500. Would like it to be much less than that, but if...
  15. MTplainsman

    28 gauge... 54 smooth... I have ?s

    Hi guys! I am currently looking at a French Fusil by Jim Frost in 28 ga. The gun looks well put together and of good components. I am in the market for a "trade gun" style smoothie, and this rig seems to fit the bill so far. What I am hesitating about though, is the fact that I have no...
  16. MTplainsman

    Hello from the Montana prairie...

    Very happy to be accepted and even more pleased to mingle among others that share my lifestyle! I live in the extreme corner of NE Montana, a hair shy of Sask and a small trip from ND. I have been a "Flintlock" enthusiast from my teens up till about 6 years ago. I just recently decided to all...
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