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    Ball size

    I picked up a 19th century German percussion rifle made by J Adam Kuchenreuther this week. What would be the correct size ball and patch for a bore that measures .540 across the groves and . 524 across the lands? Thanks, Mike
  2. M

    Tallow substitute

    I am making paper cartridges for my P53 and tallow is used for lube. What is a good substitute for tallow for this application? Thanks Mike
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    SOLD Pietta Remington 1858 Belt Pistol for sale

    36 cal. cap and ball revolver in good condition. $275 shipped, USPS money order or personal check. If personal check I will ship the day it clears my bank. Thanks for looking, Mike
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    Cleaning after firing cap ?

    I was heading out to the range yesterday so I fired a test cap at home. My truck wouldn't start so I never got to the range. My question is - do I need to clean the barrel after firing one cap? Mike
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    SOLD Pair of Lee .45 cal Molds for 44cal revolvers

    Used Lee molds. Round ball, double cavity .454 dia. 140 grain # 90442. Lee # 450-200-1R double cavity conical .450 dia. 200 gr. Both molds are used but in good condition. Will only sell as pair due to cost of shipping. Both for $45 shipped. I don't have the boxes. First "I'll buy them"...
  6. M

    SOLD Lee Minie Ball Mold

    Brand new Lee single cavity .578 minie ball mold. 578-478. $35 shipped. Post "I'll take it" and send PM. Thanks Mike
  7. M

    SOLD 1858 New Model Army

    Used Pietta New Model Army Target 44cal. for sale. Less than 50 rounds through it. $335 shipped USPS. If interested post "i want it" and PM me. Thanks MIke
  8. M

    WANTED Wanted .350 rb mold

    Anyone have a .350 RB mold they no longer need? Can't find one anywhere. Thanks, Mike
  9. M

    SHIPPING MUZZLELOADERS

    Any advice on how to ship guns when the USPS is so messed up? The UPS store near me won't take them and I won't take a chance on the post office.
  10. M

    Brass inlay

    I have to attach a small piece of brass and don't want to use screws or pins. Can I safely use two part epoxy, and if I do will I have problems when I apply the aqua fortis later on? Thanks for any advice. Mike
  11. M

    1841 Mississippi smoothbore ?

    I picked up an Whitney 1841 Mississippi awhile back. It was made in 1851 and has a 58 cal barrel but it appears to be a smoothbore. I know they bored out the 54 cal guns to 58 cal for the minie ball, but I thought they rifled them at that time. I put a borescope down it and there is no hint of...
  12. M

    Powder horn use

    I just got my 1st powder horn and I was wondering if I have to empty it after each use or let the powder stay in it. It does appear to be airtight. All advise appreciated. Mike
  13. M

    Downrigger lead

    I found a downrigger ball that weighs around 6 lbs. It is coated with plastic of some kind but I assume it is lead. Can I use this for round ball casting? Thanks, Mike
  14. M

    Range Lead

    Am I correct in my understanding that range lead is OK for PRB in rifles but "pure" lead must be used in minie balls, revolver round balls and conicals? All advice appreciated. Mike
  15. M

    Patch Material

    I have 2 guns that shoot great with .010 patches. Can anyone tell me what material I can buy that would be that thickness? I've purchase mattress ticking but that is .015 and I would need a hammer to start a ball. I want to make my own patches rather than the prelubed which I have been using...
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    Range lead

    Can I use range lead for casting round balls used in rifles? I've heard I need "pure" lead for pistols and minie balls but I was hoping to use some range lead in my Lyman Trade rifle and a 1841 Mississippi. Any advice is always appreciated. Mike
  17. M

    Two Feathers a great vendor

    Just got a pouch from Two Feathers and the work is excellent. It arrived in less than two days and he kept in touch with me the entire time. I look forward to doing more business with him in the future. Mike in Pa.
  18. M

    New to Muzzleloading

    My name is Mike and I live in SE Pa. I have been shooting cartridge guns all my life but I just turned 75 and decided to try something new. Much to learn, but that is half the fun.
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