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Navy Arms Miroku Charleville parts?

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I just acquired a new to me Charleville. There is only 1 mark on the frizzen, most likely from the rock someone used. From the patina on the barrel, I would guess it's been hanging on a wall for years. Overall, it's in very good condition. The stock appears to be cherry and I'll be researching refinishing techniques to darken the finish. The ramrod is really tight in the stock. There is a ramrod spring, but it seems like the wood needs a little work so the rod will return easily. The only real issue is the front band spring is snapped in half. Does anyone know if a Pedersoli spring will fit? What other options are there?
 
I think I was wrong about it being cherry. It has an orange appearance. From what I'm finding online, it must be birch. I was also wrong about the ramrod spring. The ramrod is so tight I thought there must be something holding it. I have sent a message to Ackerman Arms to get some info. Hopefully he can help me.
 

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Hi,
I wonder if that is the original stock or perhaps it was a kit gun. If you remove the third barrel band (the one that covers the ramrod hole) is there a joint indicating a two-piece stock? Many guys mistakenly stain muskets really dark, almost black. Here is an original French model 1766 musket showing the color of the stock.
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You should be able to get a replacement band spring from the Rifle Shoppe. The correct parts are for their series 702 French musket part #702BBS. It will probably require a bit of fitting. Paul Ackermann may have some replacement parts for it.

dave
 
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It does have a 2 piece stock. The orange finish is goofy looking though. It appears to be in unfired condition, so I would expect it's the original stock. I haven't heard back from Mr. Ackermann, but VTI has the Pedersoli spring in stock. I just don't know how different they are. I'm sure there will be a little fitting either way.
 
I spoke with Mr. Ackermann yesterday. He does have the part I need. Also, if anyone is wondering, the Pedersoli band spring is smaller than the Miroku and would not have worked for me. Mr. Ackermann was very helpful and answered several questions I had about cleaning up the musket. He also talked me out of refinishing the stock. I'm glad I didn't open that can of worms.
 
I spoke with Mr. Ackermann yesterday. He does have the part I need. Also, if anyone is wondering, the Pedersoli band spring is smaller than the Miroku and would not have worked for me. Mr. Ackermann was very helpful and answered several questions I had about cleaning up the musket. He also talked me out of refinishing the stock. I'm glad I didn't open that can of worms.
Great to hear! Keep us posted on the final product
 

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