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Prairieofthedog
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That will work,and yes much better than plastic!
Neat. And, ye did it yerself. 
I like your starter. I do think that the short stub could be shortened to start ball so it is just below the muzzle. I cut at the muzzle, so I want the ball just below the muzzle. Not so necessary if you are using pre-cut patches.
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Nice work, Captain! It looks like a rugged tool, built to be used, and to do its job well. Light weight and handy, too.
I like the minor imperfections... The rough surface on the handle, minimal finish work, and the main shaft is not quite straight. The Japanese have a term for this... wabi sabi, appreciating beauty in nature's imperfections.
Good job!
Notchy Bob
I like the minor imperfections... The rough surface on the handle, minimal finish work, and the main shaft is not quite straight. The Japanese have a term for this... wabi sabi, appreciating beauty in nature's imperfections.
Good job!
Notchy Bob
Ferryboatcaptain
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I have not used it yet but made it for my .54 rifle . Yes I pre cut . FBC
Ferryboatcaptain
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Like me it has plenty of imperfections . I like making things from wood and try to make them look old when I'm finshed. FBC
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That looks the way it should.
Desperate Lee
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I likey. You must be aged like us.
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hanshi
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Looks good to me. I made a few similar to yours and they definitely work as intended. 
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