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    Tapping?

    Wow, am I glad to see this subject come up! I noticed this phenomenon during my last range trip; the powder trickled more slowly out of the horn than normal on one shot, so I tapped the tip of the powder horn on the funnel and watched the 777 settle -- a LOT! Got me to wondering the same thing...
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    swab between shots

    I've developed a habit of swabbing between every shot with a water-moistened patch. I have not had any trouble ramming a round ball home since I made this practice part of my routine. I figure the moisture will also snuff any potential embers before dumping in the next charge. I forgot a...
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    Newest Project Completed! (Picture heavy)

    Words fail me; just spectacular!
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    Curly Maple

    Looks great!
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    Still working up the 54 CVA Hawken load...

    Sound good. Do you just wipe the patch on the lard and leave it dry on the ball side, or do you smear it on to both sides of the patch with your fingers?
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    Still working up the 54 CVA Hawken load...

    Thanks, guys! I've had a hellofa time with this. I will check with the rangemasters and make sure it's OK. nchawkeye, what are the "right places?"
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    Still working up the 54 CVA Hawken load...

    I would love to find a local source for Goex and give that a try. Finding patches at a busy range is not easy; I've looked and have yet to find one that is definitively mine. I will order some ticking and lubes to experiment with this week. Thanks for the advice. Sounds like a good...
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    Still working up the 54 CVA Hawken load...

    Thanks, RJ. Yes, it is a 1:48 twist, but I believe I have not gotten everything out of this barrel that I can. I thought a 0.25 patch sounded crazy, but Mooman76 recommended I use denim in my experiments. I'm thinking the .535 ball may be the way to go... Reload, I think my shooting form is...
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    Still working up the 54 CVA Hawken load...

    So I've been to the range a couple of times since my first post, and am getting better results. Today started out promising; I am shooting .530 Hornady RB and -- on the advice of some here on MLF -- I upped my patch thickness from .010 to .015 and the results were: [/img] This is the group...
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    Grandpa's Cannon -- Need Some Advice

    Thanks for the thoughts. I think my cannon might prefer polenta, though! :grin: Seriously, I like the grits idea for wadding.
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    Most Dangerous Practices....

    I don't want my face anywhere near the muzzle -- ever! :nono: I was taught to run an unpatched jag the length of the barrel twice. Is that correct?
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    Most Dangerous Practices....

    Yeah, papabang, I started laying out each component for the shot on the bench as well; I figure between that and counting steps, I should be less likely to goof up. As with many things in life, protocol will save your bacon every time!
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    Most Dangerous Practices....

    Seems to me this is one of the most dangerous situations as it is likely to be one of the most common and can easily bite even the most careful, conscientious MLer in the buttocks. Had this happen last weekend at the range. The guy next to me was really interested in my .54 and wanted to talk...
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    Virginia Type Horn

    Nice work! :thumbsup:
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    Mixed day at the range with the new CVA 54

    I wasn't looking for the patches; I just happened to see a couple of them kind of briefly flutter up into my field of vision. I'll find out if the loose sight adjustment was the issue or not this weekend. Thanks, Silverfox!
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    Mixed day at the range with the new CVA 54

    This time I swabbed only when seating the ball became difficult. The last time at the range with the 50 cal barrel I swabbed between every shot. Everything I've read about this leaves one scratching his/her head. I do know that consistency and good records in these matters count. What is the...
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    Loading blocks

    Those sure are some beauties! Nice work! :thumbsup:
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    Grandpa's Cannon -- Need Some Advice

    Thanks Story, but I have a lathe and would rather make a matching one or make all four myself. I think I will just make one replacement for now.
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    Mixed day at the range with the new CVA 54

    Bob, I wasn't far from needing a hammer. In fact, I had to smack the ball starter with my hand pretty firmly, and I had to hammer the ball home rather than push it with the rod when I double patched. I was glad to have my home-made ball starter with a nice wide piece of elk antler for a...
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    Mixed day at the range with the new CVA 54

    Yeah necchi, it's been a long while since I spent any significant time shooting iron sights, so I'm working back up to form on that while trying to get to know the gun. And the adjustable rear sight I just installed on this does not please my eye. I'll change that one again -- eventually. I'd...
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