pinemarten
40 Cal.
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I have been researching here while I wait to get my rifle. I have read that some folks recommend using 'spit patches' for target shooting and for swabbing between shots. They then use a greased (Mink oil etc) patch for hunting when the patch will contact the charge for an extended period. That sounds all fine, but is there a difference between the two as far as performance? Spit vs greased patch? I have learned on this forum that consistency is very important and switching something like that seems like it could make a difference. Any thoughts? I'd like to practice for hunting and use the system that I will use to hunt when I practice. But I am new to this so open for suggestions from the more experienced shooters...
Also, (if I can sneak another question in here, I have never yet shot flintlocks, as I begin to shoot I don't want to develop any bad habits. I am willing to use shooting drills and techniques to learn the right way first. Are there 'dry fire' type drills that would help or other things I can do to develop good shooting techniques for a flintlock...without so much risk of developing flinch or other bad habits? Is firing a small charge in the pan without the main load a good way to get used to the gun before I start loading a main charge? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!!
Daniel
Also, (if I can sneak another question in here, I have never yet shot flintlocks, as I begin to shoot I don't want to develop any bad habits. I am willing to use shooting drills and techniques to learn the right way first. Are there 'dry fire' type drills that would help or other things I can do to develop good shooting techniques for a flintlock...without so much risk of developing flinch or other bad habits? Is firing a small charge in the pan without the main load a good way to get used to the gun before I start loading a main charge? Any suggestions are greatly appreciated!!
Daniel