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What mistakes have you noticed in movies/tv shows that happen in the BP era like Daniel Boone, Patriot etc?
It's possible with the family's low economic situation that Charles Ingalls owned a Civil War surplus weapon — most likely a muzzleloader. I don't recall seeing Michael Landon carrying one, but I've not viewed every episode of the series. Rather than pre-made paper cartridges, he may indeed have...- Kenn
- Post #123
- Forum: General Muzzleloading
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Hello From Western Wyoming
Another welcome from Arizona — not so well-run.- Kenn
- Post #29
- Forum: New Member Introductions
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Black powder or Pyrodex
CCI was the only brand available for me back in 1980 & a few years after. I had no problems with them. Without giving a boring personal history, I ventured into re-enacting & musket caps. Years passed, & I returned to a .54 cal GPR — the best I've ever experienced (for me at least), but I'd...- Kenn
- Post #104
- Forum: Percussion Rifles
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New guy here….54 cal
Another welcome from Arizona. We in the southern central desert areas just can't seem to get rid of summer temperatures. Here it is 5 November & we're looking at predicted daytime highs in the low nineties! .54 calibre is also my favourite & the GPR & GPH are excellent firearms. I've always...- Kenn
- Post #28
- Forum: New Member Introductions
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Lyman?
I've found the Lyman GPR to be the most accurate of any muzzleloaders I own or have shot. I began BP in 1980 by invitation to join a swell local organisation, Sawtooth Mountain Men (SMM). I purchased a .50 cal Thompson Center Hawken kit & the rest is history. Had many excellent hours with that...- Kenn
- Post #31
- Forum: Percussion Rifles
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Some real old prices
That's no exaggeration! In my small (at the time) town, they'd probably phone the local guys with Sheriff's deputies as backup & state police on call! The shop's name was Garrigan's Sporting Goods. He seemed to stock everything from fishing gear to firearms with related accessories in the...- Kenn
- Post #67
- Forum: The Gun Builder's Bench
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Some real old prices
You're all creating unique mental images of "back in the day" & I'm thankful for all of them! Keep 'em comin'. Back in the early fall of 1961, I'd saved enough funds from part-time employment at the swimming pool as a new seventh grade junior high student. I purchased a sweet bolt action...- Kenn
- Post #55
- Forum: The Gun Builder's Bench
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What mistakes have you noticed in movies/tv shows that happen in the BP era like Daniel Boone, Patriot etc?
In Open Range gunfight, Costner is shown in several scenes shaking his revolver to remove spent cartridges. Pretty awkward for an experienced gunfighter. Use the ejector rod, dummy!- Kenn
- Post #64
- Forum: General Muzzleloading
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BEWARE! I got ripped off
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- Post #59
- Forum: Percussion Rifles
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BEWARE! I got ripped off
Your description shouted "scam." Apparently, the site is only six months old, & I must admit that at first blush it appears legitimate. However, you mentioned a minimum purchase amount (DING) & a required third party for payment (DING). Right away it'd have my radar sending alarms. Sorry for...- Kenn
- Post #55
- Forum: Percussion Rifles
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A new high price for a T/C Hawken
You wouldn't happen to be "Crockford from Rockford," as in northern Illinois, as in 10 – 12 miles west of Belvidere? Anyway, I had a similar conversation at pawn shops in central Arizona. They'll accept them, but the maximum payout is usually $45 – $50. A real custom model MIGHT bring more, but...- Kenn
- Post #63
- Forum: General Muzzleloading
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New member from Australia
Welcome! How ya goin'? Which state do you call home? Anywhere near Ascot or Morley, W.A.?- Kenn
- Post #21
- Forum: New Member Introductions
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LYMAN GPR Users Unite and tell us your story
I've wanted to do that for some time. Finally able to purchase a kit early last winter & give it a try. Sure took some patience though. Now just let the patina naturally occur.- Kenn
- Post #75
- Forum: Percussion Rifles
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MUST HAVE features on a possibles bag?
The practical recommendations & objective suggestions well-illustrate the extensive experience of Loyalist Dave (brother Marine). Read at least twice! Just a suggestion: if you're compartmentalising or modularising items for your bag, consider pre-loading paper cartridges at home. They'll...- Kenn
- Post #16
- Forum: Shooting Accessories
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Springfield 1842
Folks lived different lifestyles 150+ years ago. It's possible that many didn't find the '42 too heavy to manage. There are some today who will say a heavier rifle or musket actually steadies their aim. Each to his/her own, eh? Whatever works.- Kenn
- Post #57
- Forum: Firearm Identification