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    Stumpy's Moose Snot On Stocks

    Hi all. Just a quick little question. Is it alright to use Stumpy's Moose Snot on a wooden rifle stock? I see some people wax stocks, but I have this stuff here and was thinking of using it instead of going out to buy wax. My plan was to rub it on sparingly, let it sit about a half hour, then...
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    How To Tell Differences Between Pyrodex And Black Powders.....

    Hi all. So I have a question, and it is pretty much as said in the topic. In the past, I had used Pyrodex Select in a rifle of the type we cannot discuss here. Around the same time, I had gotten my first sidelock, Traditions Flintlock. Now getting ready for the flintlock, and my 54 New...
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    TC New Englander Barrel Question

    Hi all. So I have just a quick question that hopefully someone could kindly help with. I am in process of looking for a scope mount for my TC New Englander in 54 caliber. Someone may have one available from his old New Englander in 50 caliber, but I was just concerned that the outer diameter of...
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    Patch Knife?

    Hi all again. So, I was just wondering what makes a patch knife. I do not plan on doing any re-enactments, or such. I just want a little patch knife. Anyways, I have this knife that broke, and was wondering if I could turn this into a patch knife? And if so, does anyone have any tips to do so. I...
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    Patch Material Question

    Hi there. So with the spring around the corner, I am getting ready to make some smoke. Anyways, as I am new to patch and ball, I have a little question regarding some possible patch material. So I have a pair of 'night pants' that is marked 100% cotton and was wondering about using them as...
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    JB Bore Paste Substitute

    Hi all. So after reading another topic here and seeing the results of using JB Bore Paste on their rifle, I had decided to look it up. Well, as per usual, it is not available around here in Canada, or at least around me. So, I was just wondering if there is anything else you would recommend to...
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    Making Stumpys Moose Snot

    Hi there yet again. So today I got lucky as I saw a sign of 'Honey For Sale'. So I pulled in and saw a younger gentleman and had asked if he happened to be a bee keeper. He told me that indeed he was. So, I proceeded to ask him if he happened to have any beeswax as well, and also if it was for...
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    54 Caliber Patch Diameter

    I apologize for a second topic so quickly, but this week I will be getting some patch material and was wondering what the diameter of patches are for both 50 and 54 calibre muzzleloaders. There was none available locally, so I could not measure them. I also did a search online and the best I...
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    First Attempt At Moose Milk

    So, tonight I made my first batch of Moose Milk using water soluble cutting oil. I made a half batch as a trial run. 2 oz water soluble cutting oil 1/2oz Murphy Oil Soap 3 1/2oz 99% Isopropyl Alcohol (all I had) 8 oz bottled water And here is the result. I am hoping that someone could chime in...
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    Patch And Wad Questions

    Hi again. As I ready myself to try out patch and ball in my muzzleloader, I have a question regarding patch and wad materials. Now I have found pillow ticking here, BUT, it is only in .010 thickness. What are my best other options for patch material. The only other one I saw mentioned here was...
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    Homemade Nipple?

    Just a crazy question I am wondering about. Nowhere locally has any nipples in stock, nor did they know when they would get them in again, or if they were. So, as I have a T/C with #11 percussion nipple with 1/4 x 28 thread, is it possible to make a replacement nipple, or has anyone done it before?
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    Finished T/C New Englander

    Hi all. So, I have just finished working on my T/C New Englander .54 calibre rifle. This was the one I received that was ridden very hard, and put away even wetter! I did as everyone here was suggesting and what I have read. The barrel is looking much better than when I had last posted, as I had...
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    Cleaning Sidelock Muzzleloader

    Ok. So here's the beef! As some might recall, I just inherited a T/C New Englander in 54 calibre. The barrel has some rust near the muzzle and as I got it used and it was 'ridden hard and put away wet' I want to do a thorough cleaning. I have a 54 calibre bronze bore brush and swab put away for...
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    Walnut Stock Refinishing

    So, what would the concensus be on stock refinishing? I have a T/C New Englander that is posted in another topic, and a member had asked if I had access to any walnut for the repair, which I did not, nor did I get any. But anyways, the question is about stock refinishing. Do some here use a...
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    Wood Stock Inlay Repair

    Hi there. I recently acquired a Thompson Center New Englander in fair condition. The stock was in need of some repairs, and I am in the process. The cracks are already filled and glued, and next was the oval plate where the pin holding the barrel in place is. The original hole is there, but the...
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    T/C New Englander .54 Calibre Manual needed Please

    Hi all. So, long story short. I just inherited a well uncared for T/C New Englander rifle in .54 calibre. It needs a bunch of stock work, a major barrel cleaning, a couple parts and a good cleaning! Anyways, I was searching all over for a downloadable manual for this rifle with no luck. I tried...
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    What Size Punch For 50 Cal Powder Wads

    Hi there. While on a recent trip to the US, I scored some felt in two thicknesses and hardness's for over powder wads. Now to make these for my 50 caliber flintlock, what is the general consensus on size for my wads? I know that the gun is 50 caliber, but is a 1/2" punch too small, or is it...
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    Shooting/Safety Glasses While Hunting

    Hi there. I know most general practices and procedures while shooting targets at home, on the field, and while at the range safety glasses are always the first thing I put on. But while new to flintlock shooting, the same rule applies of wearing my safety protection. While hunting with a...
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    Loading Block Question

    Hi there. I was just wondering if someone would be able to tell what thickness is best suited for a loading block, and what diameter holes are best drilled in a loading block for a 50 cal. PRB? And lastly, is there such a thing as a loading block for a conical bullet? Thank you.
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    Hand Knapped Flints?

    Hi there. I had just broken out my flinter a couple of weeks ago and am getting it ready for this spring to go plinking with. Life had gotten in the way a few years ago, so I have not shot anything for a few years, not even a target! I just cast a bunch of Lee R.E.A.L. and Maxi Ball Bullets...
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