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  1. Fess0718

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Loaded up some Brass Magtech Shells with Pyrodex (We can't use BP at Scout Camp). Trying them out this weekend.
  2. Fess0718

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    I made 9 new ML Rifle Instructors who will be adding this to their summer programs at BSA Camps.
  3. Fess0718

    Witnessed Unsafe Behaviors

    I was shooting black powder last weekend and the guy next to me lights up a cigarette. I mentioned I was shooting black powder and he glared at me packed up his stuff and moved to the opposite end of the line - kept his cigarette lit the whole time. We’re a no smoking range.
  4. Fess0718

    Percussion, ok I get it, but...

    First thing that popped in my head is that it might be a salesman’s sample. If I was trying to get someone to switch over, it might be a useful tool to showcase features and benefits.
  5. Fess0718

    Deer Hide Bag

    I know this revelation may make my skills as a Scouter suspect, but we use Badgemagic to attach patches to uniforms - no sewing. I’ve had patches attached this way for years and even go thru the washer and dryer with no issue. I think it would work in your case. It’s a bit like double sided...
  6. Fess0718

    Dutch Oven

    This should help you get started on temperature.
  7. Fess0718

    Dutch Oven

    I’m a Scout Master and the final morning of any camp out, I have the kids make homemade donuts. I keep it simple by using biscuits in a tube. The get the oil nice and hot. Poke a hole in the biscuit and drop them in. Flip them over when one side is golden. When they are done, the kids pull...
  8. Fess0718

    Steel plate for Range

    I’m RSO at a range and they want to add steel plate so folks don’t have to go down range in the winter. The range is 50 feet. Anyone have any experience with steel plate and muzzleloading. Not sure if I should go 3/8” or 1/2” thick. I was also thinking about suspending targets with chain...
  9. Fess0718

    Revolver Identification

    They appear to be unfired.
  10. Fess0718

    Revolver Identification

    Marking on .36
  11. Fess0718

    Revolver Identification

    Marking on .44
  12. Fess0718

    Revolver Identification

    Hey Guys, I have two revolvers I’m trying to get more info on. They are both in wooden cases but the cases are larger than the boxes for the guns, so I don’t know if they are original or aftermarket. The SN on the guns match the boxes. Any idea what I’ve got and the value for each. Going to...
  13. Fess0718

    Hello from Illinois/Wisconsin

    Howdy from NE Wisconsin (Green Bay)
  14. Fess0718

    SOLD Vent Pick and Brush

    I’ll take care it if it’s still available.
  15. Fess0718

    FF and FFF powder for rifle and pistol

    A good general rule is 2f for anything over .45 and 3f for .45 and under. For rifles start with a charge equal to your caliber and for pistols use a charge 1/2 your caliber. Play around with your charge until you find where you group best. Blackpowder substitutes (pyrodex & 777) burn a little...
  16. Fess0718

    Just at an Estate sale today...

    For pistols, a good starting point for determining charge, is to use 1/2 the diameter, so 22 or 23 grains. 777 burns about 15% hotter then pyrodex, so maybe start with 20 grains and see where you pattern. I have the same gun and 27 grains of 777 gives me my tightest group
  17. Fess0718

    CLOSED Empty Black Powder Cans

    By old, I meant used or unneeded. Any material is fine.
  18. Fess0718

    CLOSED Empty Black Powder Cans

    I have a Boy Scout training class in December (rifle & shotgun merit badge with muzzleloading option) and I am looking for some empty old 2F, 3F & 4F cans for training props. Any old empty tins for percussion or musket caps would also be wanted. Let me know if anyone can help. Thanks.
  19. Fess0718

    First day with first flintlock. Didnt go well...

    On occasion I’ll pour my 3f can onto a 40 mesh screen. I can normally come up with enough 4f that way for a day on the range. I will also grind up a small amount of 3f (a couple of table spoons) with a non static mortar and pestle and then screen. I learned years ago not to use the wifey’s...
  20. Fess0718

    SOLD Pedersoli Scout 50 cal Percussion Rifle

    If the deal falls through, let me know and I’ll buy it.
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