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    New 1851 navy yank London model

    I was thinking if the front site had to be made taller, it would get to a point (eventually, that would snag or just plain old wouldn't fit in a holster) and I took it as he meant lowered (cut "v" deeper) and using the same amount of front sight exposed to lower POI.
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    New 1851 navy yank London model

    The local Cabela's had 15 BP revolvers, some 1860s, some confederates, a remington and 1851, in their bargain cave, all had prices a little higher then track, but you can ask if they will lower the price more. They dropped the price on the 1851 from $260 to $195 when I asked about it. The 1860...
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    Priming Flask

    Tomorrow TOTW's sale on priming flasks ends and since I don't have one for my flintlock I figured it would be a good time to get one. Now here is the question Free flow valve vs 3 grain plunger? As of now I only have a GPR but early next year I plan on finding a .32 rifle and maybe a fowler...
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    is it legal to make black powder?

    for the people who still imply it is illegal "37. When is a manufacturer’s license required? A manufacturer’s license is required by persons engaged in the business of manufacturing explosive materials for sale, distribution, or for their own business use. For example, persons engaged in the...
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    Barrel coneing tool

    I have this tool works great and Joe is a great guy to deal with.
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    Just ordered my Walker

    Amen! This redneck stays in the Iowa/Nebraska country outta Omaha (a little bad, have to register all guns bought in Omaha even if you don't live there, and they tried to make you register your carry piece if you don't live in Omaha/Nebraska)
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    hudson bay knife

    Ok since that knife is a little latter than I was going for... what do you recommend reading books/websites to get a better feel when of when things are P/C for the middle to late 18th and early 19th century?
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    hudson bay knife

    I tried searching this site for any info before posting so here I go. I was on a knife forum and one of the members posted a link to this knife company. I browsed the site and noticed this knife. Hudson bay knife Did a little searching and found the supplier but not much info on the knife...
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    Ampro vs. Stainless Steel Nipples

    Threads are threads if they are in tolerance, They will be the same. If anything rolled threads will be nicer (if they are made correctly) as they will be more consistent, as rolled threads are all controlled by blank diameter and roller pressure. If your shave/finish form is sharp then your...
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    Interesting video Re; paper cartridges

    GORDON'S® STUMP REMOVER, 1 LB. is 99% Potassium Nitrate (KNO3) and 1% calcium stearate (basically saop scum) which is insoluble in water. Gordon's stump msds $7.99/lb at tractor supply.
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    I was almost ready to give up on my flinter

    As a professional machinist, I have used the cheap tools only when the dimension is rough (+/- .060 or more) or the tool could be destroyed (setting us certain machines). I have found that they have a tenancy to not repeat, more noticeable with digital btw. Calipers imho are for nothing but...
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    coning tools

    I have decided to cone my incoming FL and would like to know who makes good tools along with their contact information. I know there are pros and cons of coning and have searched the forum. I have read the article and all the discussions. I don't want to start a debate. thanks
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    Best price on GPR kit?

    So I am gonna be buying my first flintlock and have decided on the GPR in 50cal. Is there a better price than midsouth shooters supply?? thanks, mike
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    Pedersoil ignition problem fix

    Well I hardly ever post on here- but here it goes, As a production machinist here is my point of view with a little info from work. (we don't make parts for guns but general machining) They most likly have one plug made and they fit it to multiple guns because it is cheaper. We do the same we...
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