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  1. Tim_IA

    Why no black powder hunting personalities

    This is really correct. We are just a bunch of old croakers according to the youngins, set in our ways with tunnel vision. Not interested in fantastic plastic or the latest gadgets, just lock, wood stock, and barrel. I think it has always been this way really, the older generation likes the...
  2. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Picked up another gong, 8"x1/2" AR500. Painting it white.
  3. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Casting some 00 buck/.330 RB in a gang molds, as fast as one can go to keep the mold hot!
  4. Tim_IA

    CCI #11 in stock

    They appear to be back in stock at the moment of typing https://www.basspro.com/shop/en/cci-muzzleloader-percussion-caps
  5. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    I started doing that 3 point contact position as a young man, and I guess it kind of stuck with me. But yeah, at 58 it is not quite as comfortable as it once was, but I also edited out all of the me walking down and looking at the target. Hoping to get out again this weekend! Got a stream I...
  6. Tim_IA

    Historical load?

    I read it as a rifle, here's the article. Not sure why they felt the need to publish "historical load" within. https://www.sportsmansguide.com/article/the-best-loads-for-your-50-caliber-muzzleloader?id=2431#:~:text=490%22%20round%20ball%20with%20a,charge%20provides%20a%20historical%20load.
  7. Tim_IA

    Historical load?

    Was just doing a little research on the web. I typed "historical load for 50 cal muzzleloader" and this popped up. I wonder where they came up with that measurement, interesting.
  8. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Plinking and Trekking today on the farm with the DGW .36 Cub Flintlock! Just a wonderful day to be out and about. I am not really a "content" creator as some of the guys here, but do my best to share my adventures! Shout-out to Black Powder Maniac Shooter, if you are ever in Iowa, lets do...
  9. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Managed 3 pieces from the above rock. Pretty low grade, but free I suppose. It might spark better with a newer frizzen, this one is at least from the 70's!
  10. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Always on the lookout for rocks. Actually an easy place to find chert is in "river rock" that someone bought for landscaping. I am always picking up a piece or two while at work as most of our buildings use river rock in landscaping.
  11. Tim_IA

    2024 cap update, bad and the bad

    Looks like Bass Pro/Cabelas already sold out. These days if you see them, buy them - If the price is somewhat reasonable!
  12. Tim_IA

    Missouri Chert Flint verses English Flint. Which is more reliable ?

    If you would run the test again, the results could easily be reversed. "Missouri" chert, or just generally "midwest" chert is grey to white. It really doesn't look any different than say "Texas" chert. Not uncommon in the riverbeds here... either way, fun video!
  13. Tim_IA

    2024 cap update, bad and the bad

    Get 'em while you can, they will sell out quickly!
  14. Tim_IA

    2024 cap update, bad and the bad

    Just noticed this on Scheels website, sign up for notification if you have one close by!
  15. Tim_IA

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Nothing new, but good day to get some .395s done up!
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