Welcome to he forum, I'm new to black powder as well. I've also been shooting most of my life. I have a Hawken although it's a percussion not a flintlock. I've learned so much from this forum just by sitting back and reading everyone's threads. Anytime I've had a question, everyone jumped in and helped me with advice, no judgment. There are some very knowledgeable people on here, and they're very friendly and will to help a "newbie." I'm sure you'll enjoy and learn much as I have. PS. "
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