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  1. simonbeans

    SOLD Leather Belt Pouch REDUCED

    Completed this afternoon is another little belt pouch. I call this one “Morning Sun Rise” as I tooled a simplified sun with rays. It is made of 3 oz veg tanned cowhide. The dimensions can be seen on the images. Hand sewn with waxed linen thread. Small buckle is brass. I am asking $35 (NOPE NOW...
  2. simonbeans

    SOLD FOR SALE: Leather Belt Pouch

    Just completed is this little belt pouch. Made of 3 oz veg tanned cowhide, the pouch itself measures 5.5” X 3” X 0.625” internally. Overall it is 6.5“ X 3.25”. The small buckle is brass. The pouch was hand sewn with waxed linen thread. The belt loops can accommodate up to 2.25” belt. I like...
  3. simonbeans

    British knowledge info needed

    These two symbols were used by the British to mark government property. I belong to a British aligned unit of the Rev War period and would like to put this symbol on a horn I am making. Which would be the most proper for the 1770-1780 time period? The first one came from an image of a horn...
  4. simonbeans

    SOLD PC SHORT STARTER + TURN SCREW

    I have been making the PC Short starters for a few years. They are great. Recently I started making some turn screws. I am offering this set of a 3/8" brass rod starter with a shooting bag sized turn screw. The blade of the turn screw is 1/8" X 1/4" key stock. (The exact composition of the...
  5. simonbeans

    Simon Girty Long Rifles of WNY

    Once upon a time, the SIMON GIRTY LONG RIFLES were a group of 25+ strong in WNY. We originated from BAR and NSSA members in 1978. Today, however, our numbers have declined due mainly to getting OLD. But, never the less, we gather 6 times per year for social and shooting fun. Recently we held our...
  6. simonbeans

    SOLD Another short ball starter

    It has been a while since I made ball starters. There is a historical prominence for this style that I have noted before. This one is maple with a 3/8” (.375) brass rod. It works best with .45 and larger bores. There is a tapped 10-32 hole so that if you want to screw in a larger (or smaller)...
  7. simonbeans

    SOLD Pedersoli French AN IX Pistol

    Well after a week and over 200 views, no sale. Could be the result of two factors: 1. Nobody is interested in this Pedersoli Pistol 2. The price is too high. I really can't do much about number 1. However I can adjust #2. I based my price on the numbers that Dixie Gun Works and other...
  8. simonbeans

    SOLD Flat hunting powder horn

    Recently made, this small flat horn has a screw tip spout, forged iron attachment “U” nail, braided hemp cord for shoulder carry, and fitted fiddle stopper. It hold enough power for a hunt or two. The butt end is closed with curly maple and brass tacks. I am NOT a Horner, just an old guy who...
  9. simonbeans

    FOR SALE Short starter with Historical provenance

    At our group shoot last week my starter, “borrowed” by a member got “lost” in the woods. So I made up one from hickory to replace it. I liked it so much that I made a second one. This one has a 3/8” brass rod and can be tapped if desired to 8-32 or 10-32. Here is the provenance: My starter...
  10. simonbeans

    SOLD Shaker Style Oval Box

    I have had this nice box since the 1980s. I just kept a few items in it which today have not value or interest any more. The box is beautifully made of wood, which, unfortunately I do not know the variety. The pictures speak for themselves as to the quality of work. I will ship for $50...
  11. simonbeans

    FOR SALE HC Short Starter

    Back up north for summer and able to make more of these starters. This one is cherry with 3/8” brass rod, threaded to 10-32. I can also do walnut, ash, hickory, maple 1/4”, 3/8” 1/2” brass rods, threaded 8-32 or 10-32. Still $18.50 shipped. Don’t do CC, however PP, MO, check or cash will work...
  12. simonbeans

    SOLD .45 rifled pistol barrel, new

    I am offering a new, never installed .45 rifled pistol barrel. The barrel is 12 1/8” long, 13/16“ ( or very close) octagon. It is rifled with an estimate of 1-20 twist. (I did a best determined measurement). The tang has not been installed, but is included with the barrel. It has a 9/16 X 18...
  13. simonbeans

    Florida shooting locations

    I have recently become a FL “snow bird” and am in need of a location near the Ocala region to shoot. From NY, I am spoiled as I have an acreage there and can shoot in my woods anytime I wish. I brought 3 guns down here and they are just gathering dust. Help, I am on withdrawal. Thanks
  14. simonbeans

    FOR SALE My Short Starters

    Last Call: I will not be able to make these this winter as I will not be in my shop. However I have this week (December 17-23) to make some up to your specs. There is a reference that I have posted before for these starters": (Spence 10 on 5-27-17): _Scloppetaria:_ by Capt. Henry Beaufroy...
  15. simonbeans

    FOR SALE Short Ball Starter

    I have made a lot of these. They seem to have a historical presence in the early 1800s. This one is walnut with a 3/8” (.375”) brass rod which has been drilled and tapped 10-32. I will ship to you for $18.50.
  16. simonbeans

    SOLD FOR SALE: F & I Twist Screw Tip Powder horn

    Too many horns. This one was made from a polished blank from POWDER HORNS AND MORE. It is described as a F & I Twist horn which I think is due to its double twist as can be seen. It is definitely a right hand wear. It has a 2 1/4" lathe-turned black horn screw tip. Also fitted with a black...
  17. simonbeans

    SPLIT THE BALL TARGET QUESTION

    I have shot these many times over the years but have never set up the target. I am hosting a fall shoot and would like to do this target again. My question is what is a good distance for the two breakable (clay birds) to be from the base of the ax head? (See illustration) Thanks.
  18. simonbeans

    FOR SALE HC BALL (short) STARTER

    This one has been recently sold. As can be seen in my ad, I do have others available. Contact me if interested. BALL STARTER There has been much discussion on the reality of short or ball starters. Numerous arguments on their existence prevails. No matter your belief or thoughts, in 2017...
  19. simonbeans

    SOLD PC Short Starter

    I haven’t made one of these for a while, however 17” of snow and an hour and a half plowing necessitated a little down time in the shop. I am sure the provenance of this design is known by now so here are the specifics of this item. 3/8” brass rod tapped 10 X 32. “Knob” Local curly ash. $18.50...
  20. simonbeans

    SOLD OH NO, NOT another HC Short Starter

    I have been making these for a while and most everybody knows the provenance of the design. I was asked recently if I made them with various woods and thus this one is turned from Walnut. This came from a tree grown here in western NY. The brass rod is 3/8" with a 10 X 32" drilled and tapped...
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