Muzzle Loading Forum

Help Support Muzzle Loading Forum by donating:

  1. Forum
    Last Post
    Threads
    Posts

  2. Introductions & Support

    1. Welcome to the Camp

      New members may introduce themselves here.
      (Introductions only - Do Not post questions here)
      RSS
      Latest: New PA Member fjrdoc, Sep 16, 2019 at 1:37 AM
      Discussions:
      5,180
      Messages:
      44,253

    2. Forum Announcements & Support

      This forum is for forum related questions, support and announcements.
      RSS
      Latest: Log in problems Walkingeagle, Sep 14, 2019 at 7:11 PM
      Discussions:
      1,637
      Messages:
      14,085

  3. Premium Members

    This forum is only for Premium Members. www.muzzleloadingforum.com/account/upgrades Click here to become a Premium Member

    1. Premium Member Support & Announcements

      Issues involving Premium Member features. This forum is only for Supporting Members.
      RSS
      (Private)
      Discussions:
      –
      Messages:
      –

    2. Non-Muzzleloading Discussions

      We do not discuss God or Religion This forum is only for Supporting Members.
      RSS
      Latest: Conceal Carry Preferences?????????? DaveC, Sep 14, 2019 at 3:48 AM
      Discussions:
      9,981
      Messages:
      128,571

    3. The Second Amendment

      This forum is only for Supporting Members.
      RSS
      Latest: A liberals view Tom A Hawk, Sep 15, 2019 at 12:16 AM
      Discussions:
      394
      Messages:
      4,080

    4. American Politics

      Enter at your own risk and don't complain if you read something you don't like. This forum is only for Supporting Members.
      RSS
      Latest: Managing feral pets when the police won't act. Treestalker, Sep 13, 2019 at 1:31 PM
      Discussions:
      569
      Messages:
      7,265

  4. Vendor Showcase

    1. Vendor Showcase

      RSS
      Latest: TC, 50 cal Hawken Clark Smithgall, Aug 18, 2019
      Discussions:
      19
      Messages:
      54

  5. Muzzle Loading Classifieds

    1. Firearms For Sale/Trade/Wanted

      Traditional Muzzleloading Only
      RSS
      Latest: W.M.LARGE barrel 45 cal. $200. or trade lou puleff, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:05 AM
      Discussions:
      635
      Messages:
      4,516

    2. Edged Weapons Sale/Trade/Wanted

      Hawks, Knives, Etc.
      RSS
      Latest: Hand knapped hand made knife jim bowie, Sep 14, 2019 at 2:56 AM
      Discussions:
      60
      Messages:
      258

    3. Shooting Accessories Sale/Trade/Wanted

      Hunting Bags, Flints, Etc. Read the rules at top of forum for complete list of what is allowed.
      RSS
      Latest: English Fowler Buttplate rusty flint, Sep 15, 2019 at 8:33 PM
      Discussions:
      265
      Messages:
      1,351

    4. Clothing, Cookware, Crafts For Sale/Wanted/Trade

      Reenactment clothing, fabric, patterns, cookware and craft finished products and supplies
      RSS
      Latest: porqupine quills Rifleman1776, Sep 14, 2019 at 3:50 PM
      Discussions:
      125
      Messages:
      561

    5. General Merchandise Sale/Wanted/Trade

      If it doesn't fit the other categories, put it here.
      RSS
      Latest: Knapsack Crewdawg445, Sep 14, 2019 at 3:47 PM
      Discussions:
      65
      Messages:
      263

  6. Member Resources

    1. How-To Articles, Charts & Technical References

      This forum contains in-depth how-to articles, charts and technical references that are hard to find. Must be logged in to read.
      RSS
      Latest: Smoothbore Loads Claude Mathis, May 3, 2016
      Discussions:
      28
      Messages:
      28

  7. Firearms

    Weapons

    1. Pre-Flintlock

      Matchlock, Wheellock, Arquebuse, Snaphaunce, Caliver, Handgonne, Hand Cannon, etc.
      RSS
      Latest: My custom wheellock is on it's way Six-Gun, Sep 15, 2019 at 12:18 PM
      Discussions:
      1,328
      Messages:
      15,771

    2. Cannon

      Discussions about Traditional muzzleloading cannons. No breech-loaders, pipes with end caps, PVC, or "potato guns". Historic cannon design only.
      RSS
      Latest: 9.4" mortar shaped like a sitting tiger, India, late 18th C. Smokey Plainsman, Sep 14, 2019 at 1:01 AM
      Discussions:
      950
      Messages:
      9,229

    3. Smoothbore

      The discussion of Smoothbore long arms.
      RSS
      Latest: Charleville Musket Barrel Bands smoothshooter, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:18 AM
      Discussions:
      6,261
      Messages:
      100,915

    4. Flintlock Rifles

      The discussion of Flintlock Rifles.
      RSS
      Latest: Flint Snapping, Rebounding Frizzen?? Zonie, Sep 16, 2019 at 1:56 AM
      Discussions:
      8,085
      Messages:
      142,182

    5. Percussion Rifles

      The discussion of Traditional Percussion Rifles.
      RSS
      Latest: Is this a helicoil? SDSmlf, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:48 AM
      Discussions:
      11,124
      Messages:
      155,899

    6. Handguns

      Discuss Flintlock and Traditional Percussion handguns.
      RSS
      Latest: Lorenzoni Pistol Zonie, Sep 16, 2019 at 1:49 AM
      Discussions:
      5,830
      Messages:
      75,929

    7. Shooting Accessories

      Powder, Flint, Caps, Balls, Casting Lead, Patches, Lube, Shooting Bags, Powder Horns, Cleaning, etc.
      RSS
      Latest: Powder Horn Blogman, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:17 AM
      Discussions:
      9,086
      Messages:
      140,845

    8. General Muzzleloading

      If it's not specific to the other Firearm categories, post it here.
      RSS
      Latest: Pyrodex Vs. Traditional Black sussexmuzllodr, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:50 AM
      Discussions:
      9,422
      Messages:
      161,309

    9. Firearm Identification

      Need help identifying an original, pre-1865 muzzleloading firearm? If you already know what it is, post in the appropriate forums.
      RSS
      Latest: Help with Belgian proof marks on a big bore percussion muzzleloader. Ironoxide, Sep 14, 2019 at 10:45 AM
      Discussions:
      642
      Messages:
      7,985

  8. General Muzzleloading

    General Muzzleloading

    1. Vendors and Manufacturers

      Do you have praise, complaints or questions about a specific vendor or manufacturer? Post your comments or questions here.
      RSS
      Latest: Walmart Woes Treestalker, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:24 AM
      Discussions:
      139
      Messages:
      1,705

    2. Accoutrements

      Knives, Tomahawks, Canteens, Flint and Steel; All the stuff in your Possibles Bag. (not your shooting bag)
      RSS
      Latest: What's your favorite sharpening stone? springfield art, Sep 15, 2019 at 8:09 PM
      Discussions:
      1,474
      Messages:
      24,434

    3. Member's Only Online Shooting Contests

      Online (postal) Shooting events among our Members.
      RSS
      Latest: September 2019 Buffalo hunting! nessmuk, Sep 16, 2019 at 12:02 AM
      Discussions:
      105
      Messages:
      6,422

    4. Public Events - Clubs - Ranges - Historic Location

      Rendezvous, clubs, shooting ranges, shooting events, Members in my area...
      RSS
      Latest: Dutch Oven Gathering & 2nd Amendment rally at Tacoma Sportsmen's Club Sixgun_Symphony, Sep 15, 2019 at 12:00 AM
      Discussions:
      2,700
      Messages:
      15,057

    5. Muzzleloading and History in the Media

      Discussions concerning Books, Articles, Videos, Authors, Television, and Movies dealing with Traditional Muzzleloading. No cartoons or comedies.
      RSS
      Latest: Northwest Passage 1940 tenngun, Sep 16, 2019 at 1:44 AM
      Discussions:
      1,708
      Messages:
      18,126

    6. Photos

      Show us your Traditional Muzzleloading camp, outfit, rifle, etc. Traditional Only - no modern designs.
      RSS
      Latest: My Hawken faddish. Tom A Hawk, Sep 15, 2019 at 2:21 AM
      Discussions:
      2,790
      Messages:
      38,682

    7. Beyond the Great Divide

      Members and Friends in the muzzleloading community who have gone ahead of us.
      RSS
      Latest: Hank Pennington(Brown Bear) DJH, Aug 26, 2019
      Discussions:
      60
      Messages:
      669

  9. The Workshops

    1. The Gun Builder's Bench

      Members building, repairing, modifying or restoring muzzleloading firearms and cannons.
      RSS
      Latest: Bobby Hoyt... sussexmuzllodr, Sep 16, 2019 at 12:55 AM
      Discussions:
      15,200
      Messages:
      174,369

    2. The Craftsman

      Muzzleloading related things you've made or have questions about making - Knives, Tomahawks, Horns, Clothing, Bags, etc. Traditional Only - no modern designs. Do not post items unrelated to Muzzleloading. This is not a "general craft" category.
      RSS
      Latest: Butt plug wood? Artificer, Sep 15, 2019 at 4:39 PM
      Discussions:
      4,894
      Messages:
      62,446

  10. Hunting

    Hunting

    1. Traditional Muzzleloader Hunting

      Traditional Hunting topics only.
      RSS
      Latest: Bear Zonie, Sep 16, 2019 at 2:16 AM
      Discussions:
      5,684
      Messages:
      104,053

    2. U.S. Muzzleloader Hunting Regulations

      Discussions about the Muzzleloading Regulations in your state. Share information and get involved.
      RSS
      Latest: Flying with a Muzzleloader timh, Sep 14, 2019 at 3:46 PM
      Discussions:
      318
      Messages:
      5,001

    3. The Hunting Journal

      Traditional Hunting stories from our Members.
      (stories only - no discussions)
      RSS
      Latest: Oregon Longbeards jrmflintlock, Apr 18, 2019
      Discussions:
      86
      Messages:
      145

  11. Reenacting

    Reenacting

    1. General Reenacting Discussions

      What is reenacting? What is a 'persona'? How can I get started?
      RSS
      Latest: 18th century cleanliness DaveC, Sep 15, 2019 at 11:59 PM
      Discussions:
      449
      Messages:
      10,263

    2. Clothing

      General Clothing Topics not specific to one time period. Hats, Belts, Glasses, Scarves, Shoes, anything you wear.
      RSS
      Latest: Where can I get a early 19th century waistcoat tenngun, Sep 16, 2019 at 1:40 AM
      Discussions:
      768
      Messages:
      11,421

    3. Historically Accurate Equipment

      Is it Historically Accurate? Discuss the Historical Accuracy of Firearms, Clothing, Tents, etc.
      RSS
      Latest: Soldier's cup or can? Scott_C, Sep 5, 2019
      Discussions:
      1,650
      Messages:
      19,982

    4. Primary Documentation

      Primary documentation of muzzleloading related history, not speculation. No movies, novels, etc.
      RSS
      Latest: supplies for Niverville's raiding party 1747 Snapper Petta, Aug 5, 2019
      Discussions:
      214
      Messages:
      1,765

    5. Trekking

      Making a journey by foot, using period correct equipment.
      RSS
      Latest: Coalition of historical trekkers. blackhorse, Aug 20, 2019
      Discussions:
      451
      Messages:
      7,489

    6. Share Your Persona

      Who are you? Tell us your story. This area is for existing personas only.
      RSS
      Latest: My Living History Persona Treestalker, Jul 7, 2019
      Discussions:
      119
      Messages:
      563

    7. Pre-Flintlock Wars

      Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 950-1600
      RSS
      Latest: Firearms in 16th century Peru and Mexico? Carbon 6, Jul 6, 2019
      Discussions:
      76
      Messages:
      715

    8. Early Colonial Wars, Musketeers & Pirates

      Jamestown. English Civil War. Kings Phillip's and William's, Queen Anne's, and King George II's Wars. Etc. - Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 1600-1750.
      RSS
      Latest: Why they chose September 11...... JB67, Sep 14, 2019 at 2:50 PM
      Discussions:
      79
      Messages:
      739

    9. French & Indian War

      Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 1753-1763
      RSS
      Latest: French and Indian War era weapons accouterments toot, Sep 13, 2019 at 1:05 PM
      Discussions:
      236
      Messages:
      3,401

    10. Revolutionary War

      Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 1773-1784
      RSS
      Latest: Questions about an average soldier (Grunt) fireman1, Sep 14, 2019 at 2:25 PM
      Discussions:
      410
      Messages:
      4,738

    11. Rocky Mountain Fur Trade

      Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 1800-1840
      RSS
      Latest: How common were handguns in the Oregon Country ca. 1810s-30s? hyuzu, Sep 6, 2019
      Discussions:
      504
      Messages:
      7,537

    12. War of 1812

      Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 1803 - 1815
      RSS
      Latest: What’s acceptable? Redcoat76, May 23, 2019
      Discussions:
      121
      Messages:
      1,121

    13. The Plains

      Approximate dates for the purposes of this Forum: 1820-1865
      RSS
      Latest: Clothing for 1840-1859 DaveC, Sep 4, 2019
      Discussions:
      135
      Messages:
      2,479

    14. Civil War

      1861-1865
      RSS
      Latest: The War Between The States Discussions Carbon 6, Sep 13, 2019 at 2:32 AM
      Discussions:
      665
      Messages:
      8,972

  12. The Camp

    The Camp

    1. Camp and Trail Gear

      Fire Pits, Stoves, Chairs, Tents, Lanterns, Cooking Irons (tri-pods, spits etc.), Camp Activities (games, music, etc.)
      RSS
      Latest: Revolutionary period blankets Brokennock, Sep 13, 2019 at 2:27 PM
      Discussions:
      846
      Messages:
      13,015

    2. Camp Cooking

      Camp cooking, trail food, recipes, etc.
      RSS
      Latest: Jerky dwarner, Sep 15, 2019 at 3:27 PM
      Discussions:
      922
      Messages:
      19,894

    3. Recipes

      Share all your famous secret family recipes here!
      RSS
      Latest: Chocolate Nyckname, Jul 6, 2019
      Discussions:
      27
      Messages:
      471

  13. Regional Forums

    1. Pacific

      CA, ID, NV, OR, WA, HI, AK
      RSS
      Latest: Southern California Monsai52, Aug 26, 2019
      Discussions:
      33
      Messages:
      189

    2. Southwest

      AZ, NM, OK, TX
      RSS
      Latest: Looking for shooting/hunting buddy lou puleff, Sep 1, 2019
      Discussions:
      29
      Messages:
      167

    3. Northeast

      CT, DE, ME, MD, MA, NH, NJ, NY, PA, RI, VT, WV
      RSS
      Latest: looking for a custom builder in western to central Pa. Timmy1, Sep 15, 2019 at 2:09 PM
      Discussions:
      21
      Messages:
      179

    4. Great Lakes

      IL, IN, IA, MI, MN, OH, WI
      RSS
      Latest: Am I the only one in the Great Lakes Region? Bob Stager, Sep 4, 2019
      Discussions:
      7
      Messages:
      180

    5. Southeast

      AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, TN, VA
      RSS
      Latest: Georgia members mudcreek, Sep 2, 2019
      Discussions:
      19
      Messages:
      133

    6. Midwest

      CO, ND, SD, MO, NE, KS, MT, WY, UT
      RSS
      Latest: Missouri... anyone? Jacob Heller, Sep 15, 2019 at 3:18 AM
      Discussions:
      18
      Messages:
      231

    7. Canada

      RSS
      Latest: sherwood park fish and game black powder shoot 7th-8th old ugly, Sep 15, 2019 at 3:41 AM
      Discussions:
      13
      Messages:
      85

    8. Australia / New Zealand

      RSS
      Latest: Where are all you Aussies and Kiwis!? Rudyard, Mar 7, 2019
      Discussions:
      10
      Messages:
      32

    9. Great Britain & Europe

      RSS
      Latest: From Poland,Europe Eutycus, Jul 22, 2019
      Discussions:
      3
      Messages:
      27

Members Online Now

  1. Rudy Thompson,
  2. scurr,
  3. Big Rviers,
  4. Stobey,
  5. twobarrel,
  6. andles,
  7. Mailmanjc,
  8. Smokey Plainsman,
  9. 44-henry,
  10. joeinnh,
  11. User_Dan,
  12. Rodd Boyer,
  13. DanL,
  14. Walkingeagle,
  15. QuinnTheEskimo,
  16. BBOB662,
  17. FlinterNick,
  18. Coot,
  19. Skychief,
  20. sussexmuzllodr,
  21. 1Longbow,
  22. BS,
  23. Raikes,
  24. Firefighter91
Total: 200 (members: 25, guests: 120, robots: 55)

Forum Statistics

Discussions:
116,214
Messages:
1,593,146
Members:
16,576
Latest Member:
gary boyco
arrow_white