I have a 1974 replica Kentucky percussion 44 cal. rifle I bought @ the NATO exchange in Italy while I was in the US Navy. The barrel markings (XXX) indicate 1974 and all the Gardone proof marks match up with those I have seen on this site.
I haven't fired this weapon in years and the nipple is broken off at the threads. I am soaking it in penetrating oil and will attempt to use an "easy-out" to remove the remainder.
My questions are: Did all the Italian made replicas use metric nipples? What would be a recommended powder load for shooting round balls with this gun? Can I use one of the black powder substitutes in this gun?
I haven't fired this weapon in years and the nipple is broken off at the threads. I am soaking it in penetrating oil and will attempt to use an "easy-out" to remove the remainder.
My questions are: Did all the Italian made replicas use metric nipples? What would be a recommended powder load for shooting round balls with this gun? Can I use one of the black powder substitutes in this gun?