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    Pattern help for SxS Navy Arms 12 ga.

    Deer--- I would like to know who did that Cap-to-Flintlock on a double conversion as well. I think that might be a new thread topic, too! Many of us love flintlock doubles but you can't find em. Converting a double cap gun might be our only hope!
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    44 cal. Flintlock Pistol

    I'd start with a .430 diameter lead ball and try different patches.
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    10ga Pedersoli

    I do not like using plastic in my smoothbore, large bores. I make cardboard or paper rolled up shot packages. Holds a lot of shot and definitely controls the spread tighter than just pouring the shot in. And yes less powder keeps the pattern tighter. I don't see why your modified barrel would...
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    Deringer MV?

    Lincoln was shot behind the left ear with a 44 caliber 2 and 1/2 inch long barreled single shot cap lock "vest pistol" or "deringer"... It was manufactured by Henry Deringer of Philadelphia. I would like to know if anyone has done velocity chronographs with THAT style pistol and what the...
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    Almost time to make the 12 ga go boom!

    Asking the barrel maker makes the most sense.
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    Range Report - Blunderbuss

    I have a four bore blunderbuss and like mixing 36 caliber with 24 caliber with #8 bird shot. I load up about 5 ounces total of mixed shot over 120 grains of black powder. Wow, is it devastating at 8-15 yards.
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    Flintlock pick?

    Wow, didn't expect to see so many that are "picky". I use my rarely. No need to. I have some and occasionally will use if I am shooting a ton (30 - 40 shots at my range) and things start getting cruddy. But that is it.
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    Short barreled double

    Geee, I must be blind I do not see a 15" barreled gun there.
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    Short barreled double

    On Gun Broker???? I looked at there is nothing there under that description.
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    Pyrodex as a primer

    The way Black Powder works SO WELL, I cannot comprehend why anyone would use fake stuff in the pan or main charge. (Certainly if you have NO Black Powder) I can see trying it if you MUST shoot your flinter. But you can rectify NOT having any Black Powder in 4 days or less anywhere in the US...
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    Pyrodex as a primer

    are you sure that horse is really dead????? hahahahahaaa
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    Pickin out a smoothy??

    Yes, I have looked at and talked with Roy. Super guy. Incredibly talented and fantastic guns. If you can afford one of those, ditch the recommendations I sent for sure! I rear site is bad! Shame on you! hahahaha. well if you're hunting deer it makes perfect sense. foul? dunno. clay targets...
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    Pickin out a smoothy??

    Ness---I'd say your original post has mined out for you some good leads so far! :thumbsup: So are you thinking Fowler or another style smoothie at this point? I know you want to shoulder some and maybe even shoot some but where are you thinking you might be going with it? And you did say 20...
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    Punt Gun

    Cool. And I think it is better to have the nomenclature cannon and not punt gun since the walls will be 1 inch thick. Glad you are looking at ounces and NOT a pound of black powder too. I really like my 4 bore. It makes a heck of a boom especially when a double pack the wad (when I am using it...
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    Pickin out a smoothy??

    Excellent! Yes I share your interest in getting a smooth bore flintlock next. It is also on my list. I will most likely buy a kit and build it myself. This is what I am eyeing---- http://www.avsia.com/tvm/fowler.htm $700 bucks in steel with some options like the swivels so add another $100...
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    Pickin out a smoothy??

    Ness-- Here is a link with links to traditional muzzleloading clubs. If you contact these guys in MA or ME or NH I am sure they will be helpful and knowledgeable and let you shoulder some 20 gauge smoothies. http://www.coon-n-crockett.org/linklist.htm Also please investigate and research...
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    Punt Gun

    Indeed 2 inch bore, 4 inch diameter, (walls of one inch thick) is NOT a punt gun. It is a cannon. That thing will weigh a ridiculously large amount. And yes a whole pound of powder is way too much for any punt gun. I know you are dreamin' while on deployment, but one thing you may want to...
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    I want "the Baker"

    I hear ya. Actually i have a passion for all double barrels including modern that shoot shells, of course modern is 1800's with ornate open hammers and that shoot black powder loads. I just picked up another, this one on an auction site. The barrels had been professionally cut down to 20 inches...
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    How do you buy your guns?

    "...a good dear rifle".... I like THAT!
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    I want "the Baker"

    I know you can get a used older caplock rifle double shotgun and just cut it down to 11.5 inches if you want and save a bunch of money and have something that aesthetically looks even more authentic. I like the look and utility of a shorter double barrel.
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