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    Unusual nipple drum!

    The hole is about the size of a bb but probably a bit smaller maybe #4shot. I have kind of convinced myself that the breach plug is designed to put a small charge in prior to screwing in the nipple drum. The purpose is to set the powder off in the barrel of course. Why this design our guess as...
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Another thought! A little charge of powder in the breach plug would expel a ball that had been rammed down the barrel without powder. Doubt that this is the purpose of the design but would probably work!
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Just a quick thanks to all for sharing your thoughts! I don’t have a clue. I like the idea of a small charge in the drum but sure seems inefficient. What is interesting to me is that it does not appear to be a self made modification. It seems that it is intentional. Hmmm, might have a museum...
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Another thought, there is no other cleaning hole!
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Phil, Interesting thought, but I can’t see how you could insert any type of projectile through this breach. I’m hoping someone has seen this setup before. I have made many rifles and I have not ever seen this design. Thanks for responding, Steve
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Kansas Jake, The one picture shows the drum without the nipple assy. It is deep and I would guess it would be possible to put a small amount of powder. I’m not sure what the purpose would be since the ignition should be from the cap. I also think removing this assy each time you fired would be...
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    No, the base holds a nipple assy that holds the nipple. The nipple can be removed! Seems redundant to me!
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    additional photos!
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Rafterob, Interesting indeed! The drum attached to the breach seems excessive to me and other than simplicity of cleaning I can visualize its purpose. The tool attached only removes the nipple assy. I guess having it attached would not require one to carry a tool for removal. I must be missing...
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    Cowboy, Thank you for your reply! I have posted additional pictures that might help. The rifle had a George Lawrence sling. I am away from the house at the moment so a complete picture will follow. Thanks again, Steve
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    Unusual nipple drum!

    I have a percussion rifle in .32cal with an unusual nipple drum. The drum has a threaded nipple on top with a attached tool to remove. I have never seen this setup before. The rifle has no markings ! It is a carbine style with short hand stock. I have no idea when this rifle was produced. I...
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