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    GPR percussion setscrew question

    I have searched high and low for an exploded view of this rifle to no avail. There is a small set screw on the percussion gpr that appears to be used for locking the nipple in place. If this is so, wouldn't the set screw damage the threads of the nipple, making it difficult to remove the nipple...
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    Preferred percussion caps?

    What brand percussion caps do you prefer in relation to blackpowder substitutes? Thanks for your opinion.
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    Finally shot my Crockett kit

    With the hustle and bustle of the holidays over, I finally got a chance to make smoke. I used the Schoultz method of 7 to 1 ballistol and water to make "dry" shooting patches of .010 and .015 thickness. I don't have any blackpowder, so I started with 15 grains of pyrodex p, .310 ball, and .010...
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    Front sight for Lyman peep?

    I have a Lyman gpr, 54 cal, 1 in 60", percussion that I am thinking of adding the Lyman rear peep sight to. I will be paper punching with a goal of a good deer load at a reasonable distance. I'm nearly 67 years old and my hunting area is thick, dense, and gets dark faster than field/open areas...
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    New Lyman GPR observations

    Just got my .54 cal percussion today. First impressions are overall favorable. Inletting is not perfect, but then again it isn't bad either. The rifle doesn't feel as heavy as I expected, and it shoulders and points well for me. The metal is blued and nicely finished. The stock and the sights...
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    Cleaning patch material?

    I purchased a yard of blue pillow ticking for shooting patches, and a yard of white flannel, 100% cotton, for cleaning patches. I know the ticking should be washed prior to usage, but what about the flannel for cleaning patches? Does it need to be washed also? Thanks in advance for replies.
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    Seal new GPR stock?

    I have on order a new Lyman GPR, .54 cal, 1 in 60", percussion and have a question on what steps to take to finish the stock, if any. The manual states: "The stock has been stained with oil leaving a dull finish. As with all oil finished stocks, rubbing in additional thin coats of oil (linseed...
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    Swabbing between shots?

    For those who prefer to swab, not wash, between shots, should the patch be slightly spritzed and then squeezed between thumb and forefinger to expel excess solution? What are some of your favorite solutions to "swab" with? I know spit is a favorite amongst many, but I don't find that very...
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    Lubing patches?

    Say for instance you want to lube your shooting patches with mink oil, do you lube both sides? Thanks for any replies.
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    Lyman Great Plains Rifle questions

    A while back I started a thread asking opinions on what caliber gpr I should order for hunting deer, .54, or .50 cal. I have decided on the .54 cal percussion with the prb twist of 1 in 60. I thank you all for your opinions. It could possibly be a couple of weeks before the rifle is in, and I...
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    Blackpowder preference?

    As a newbie to traditional muzzleloaders, I would like to make my first purchase of blackpowder as opposed to a substitute. This must be done online, as I can't get it anywhere around my area. I have found a couple of vendors, some of which require faxing a form before a purchase can be made. I...
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    Marking the ramrod

    How do you permanently mark your ramrod when you have found the ideal load for that rifle? Opinions please, thank you.
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    Trigger pull on Lyman Trade Rifle?

    For those who own, or have shot them, how is the pull on the single trigger? Is it hunt worthy, or must it be worked on? Thank you for your opinion!
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    Rate of twist questions

    From all my research it seems that a slow twist, such as 1-60, is ideal for prb. Many rifles have what is considered a "compromise" twist such as 1-48. Hypothetically then, what would be the difference in accuracy between the two? Visible on paper target? No difference in a hunting situation? I...
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    Tap the side of measure?

    When using a powder measure, is it appropriate to tap the sides to settle the powder? If so, I would imagine that you would repeat the number of taps for each loading for consistency sake? Opinions please. Thank you.
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    Lyman rifles in Michigan?

    I am interested in a finished Lyman rifle, preferably a gpr in percussion with the 1:60 twist. I would really like to handle the firearm before purchase. Any gunshops in central Michigan carry them? Will travel farther if necessary. Any Michiganders out there? Thanks.
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    .54 or .50 cal.

    Lyman great plains, 1 in 60, percussion, prb, for whitetail with 100 yard maximum. Which one in your opinion. Thanks.
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    Cleaning pyrodex

    Do you use the same methods and procedures for cleaning pyrodex as you would blackpowder? Soapy water, water displacing, barricade, etc? Thanks.
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    Ball flask?

    I've seen photos and read tnreads about them and know they use a tapered wooden peg to plug them with, but, what do they use for the neck that the plug goes into? I would like to try and make one of leather for .32 cal balls. Thanks.
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    Flash cup for Crockett?

    Any Crockett owners out there that can recommend a flash cup? Thanks.
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