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  1. J

    Flintlock to Percussion Conversion

    Hello I have an old ultrahigh flintlock musket that I would like to convert to percussion, simply put the lock is terrible and I can’t get powder. I know that I will need to drill and tap the flash hole for a drum, and possibly modify the lock. However I would prefer if I could get a new...
  2. J

    Anyone in Wisconsin sell BP?

    Anyone in the dairy state sell real BP I don’t want to go through the hassle and expense of ordering it and was wondering if someone stocks the real stuff anywhere around the dane county area?
  3. J

    My first flintlock

    Howdy Im a younger guy (only legal to drink as of today) and found an old UltraHigh flintlock musket. I always wanted a flintlock but haven’t worked up the courage (or funding) for one, However 50 bucks at a yard sale was to much fun for to little money to resist. However I now have a firelock...
  4. J

    South central Wisconsin

    Is anyone here? and for those who are where’s a good range in the Madison area?
  5. J

    What did I find?

    Found this old 20 gauge smoth bore in an antique shop today. Caplock marked Potsdam on the lock Lock slips on full cock and everything is pretty rusty What have I found and is it worth anything?
  6. J

    WANTED Size 9.5/10 pucker toe moccasins

    Ive destroyed a hides worth of leather tryin to make a pair and it time to break down and buy them. Id prefer a ojibwe style as described in cache lake county but any will do.
  7. J

    Cheap northwest trade gun

    Who makes the best NWTG sub $900 is my price range. I know veteran arms and military heritage both offer one and Ive heard excellent thing about the middlesex trading Co option, so what best in your opinion?
  8. J

    Drilling a flash hole.

    I have been wanting to purchase a Fusil de Chasse of the cheap and Hindu variety and have come to understand that that will require the drilling of a flash hole. I do have access to a metal shop for a not insignificant fee so would prefer to just use my drill press. How should I go about this...
  9. J

    Nipples for FIE Revolvers

    I recently purchased a Made in Italy FIE revolver which is fitted no10 caps, Local stores exclusively stock no11 caps so I would like to use nipples sized appropriately. From what I gather FIE was an Importer and there are no manufacturers label on the gun. Does anyone know who was making these...
  10. J

    How orange is orange?

    Wisconsin requires 60% of the body and head to be covered in muzzle loader season and nothing ruins hunting with periods gear like a blaze vest. I do have some brilliantly dyed pumpkin orange broadcloth could I get away with that or should I track down some proper blaze to make a frock or capote?
  11. J

    Historic grease and lube

    What greases and lubes were used in the past? I heard of lard, tallow, and beeswax all being used alone and mixed together and the thought of being able to use a grease that costs .99 cents per pound and is available in every grocery store sounds appealing. Please share any primary sources and...
  12. J

    Hello from Wisconsin

    Hello I hope to get to know you all better and more involved in this great hobby.
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