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  1. stubshaft

    Pure lead or Alloy in rifles

    I had observed on another forum that some of the ML shooters claim to get equal accuracy using hardened (alloyed) lead balls. I had tried in the past and got poor accuracy compared to pure lead. My belief was that the patching material did not grip the hardened ball sufficiently. I have...
  2. stubshaft

    Cut patch sizing chart

    I was wondering if anyone had a chart of patch sizes for various calibers? Primarily looking for dimensions of square cut patches. Thank you in advance.
  3. stubshaft

    What's it worth?

    I don't know if this is the proper place to post this but I just traded for an unfired .45cal Patriot Barrel complete (less ramrod). I was just wondering what it is worth? :idunno:
  4. stubshaft

    Minie Lube

    I was reading Goodcheer's post about minie's and started thinking about what lubes you use for them? I've been using a modified Emmerts (Bwax, Tallow, Paraffin and a little Lanolin). It's about the consistency of toothpaste. Was just wondering. :hmm:
  5. stubshaft

    Looking for Mutton Tallow

    Dixie doesn't even list it anymore. I was wondering if anyone had a source for about a pound of it?
  6. stubshaft

    My new toy came today

    One of the few things that I have regretted was selling my Ruger Old Army. I managed to rectify that and was able to buy one brand spanking NIB. The cylinder was tie strapped in position and it had never even been cocked. I just hope that it is as accurate as my old one.
  7. stubshaft

    Vented drum

    Many years ago I remember reading in the reference section of the Dixie Gun Work catalog a "tip" on getting better ignition out of a percussion gun. I was based on drilling the drum with a #50? drill to allow the flame to reach the powder. Although I have never tried this I was wondering if...
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