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  1. Z

    Universal question about beeswax

    Here in the Netherlands we have a political party called something like 'Party for the protection of animals'. Let's not inform them about this poor bee ... :grin:
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    Universal question about beeswax

    Ah, I see. How about the wax candles are made of. I use that too sometimes. Does that leave a hard residu? Hans.
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    Universal question about beeswax

    Hi you all, I have a question about beeswax. Why is it that beeswax is so popular for melting together with other oils/waxes or whatever? I have heard that it is because it increases the burning temperature of the mix. Is that correct? If so, is it more usefull in pistols (lubed wads for...
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    How to fill the space in BP revolver

    Hi you all, I started this topic and I would like to thank all of you for all your information. I am learning a lot from you! I would like to try Cream of Wheat, but I can not buy that in the Netherland. Will have to look for an alternative. Maybe small rice? Grtz, Hans.
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    How to fill the space in BP revolver

    Hi, thnx for your responce! With dry grits you mean sand? And what is overcompressing?
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    How to fill the space in BP revolver

    Wise ones, I would like to ask you the following. I am a reasonable experienced pistol shooter, but new in muzzle loading. I have a Hege Uberti New Army (.44) and I use 16 gn Swiss 2. So far, so good. To get the bullet as close as possible to the front of the chamber, I need to fill up the...
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    Hi there from The Netherlands!

    That bottom of your Delft-cup looks very authentic! Enjoy your drinks!
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    Hi there from The Netherlands!

    Hi all, Thnx for your kind words of welcome! A pin on the map ... aim carefully! It is left of Germany and somewhere above France ... :wink: Grtz, Hans.
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    Hi there from The Netherlands!

    Hi Stumpkiller, Thnx for your message. Bunce is not a Dutch name, never heard of it. The cup you have, we call it 'Delfts blauw' (Blue from Delft). Is it really from Delft? If you ever break it, let me know. I can buy them here by the dozen :) Grtz, Hans.
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    Hi there from The Netherlands!

    You know The Netherlands? It's that small area around Amsterdam :) My name is Hans and I have been shooting (with an interuption of about 25 years ...) since long long ago: air pistol and free pistol. Last year I encountered muzzleloading and now I am hooked :grin: I have a Pedersoli Le...
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