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So how do you a smooth finish without using sandpaper? Gasps and scrapers can not make a smooth surface.

I don't call that cheating. Whatever works for you brother.

Nice bird. I was able to get out only 3 days this season. Took the Flintlock smooth bore all 3 times. Heard birds the first day then...

Unfortunately we don't have a spring season for squirrels here in Pa. Have to wait until early Octotober. Wish we did though. We've got...

A sanding block and 60 or 80 grit paper. You'd be surprised how much material you can remove using course paper and a block.

If you choose a ball that is ten thousands under sized and with the proper patch reasonable force is required to ram it home then...

No, the end cap and both plugs have been stained and were shellaced. The O- ring is just there as an added measure . I've had this horn...

No need, as it was already mentioned we eral times here already. However if you think we're wrong please enlighten us on exactly what...

Fill with water, dig a small hole, pour contents in hole, cover hole. Dry can out and sell it on Craigslist

I should have explained mine a little better. It comes out with a simple twist, but it takes some oomph to get it to twist. It's in...

Best way to use the clamp on device is with the gun upside down with the muzzle slightly lower than the lock side. Any water that gets...

I for one am sticking to the old ways and use only 2fg in my large calibers and smooth bore and will use 3fg in my .32 when it's done...

I use a small flask with 4fg for my Lancaster, GPR and smooth bore. I don't even know how many grains it throws. I just fill the pan to...

When I made my horn, I used a plug at the back that goes into about a half inch diameter hole and is pressure fit to seal the hole. My...

Seasoning your barrel. Biggest bunch of horse hockey going with regards to muzzle loaders.