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  1. M

    Square patches

    Isn't it just the same function as pulling the fabric tight in the middle to cut it off resulting in the bunched fabric with rounded corners. The lands are also square which may have something to do with it as well - I am sure there is some mathematical scientific explanation and I am curious...
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    Powder residue question...

    This does make sense I don't see it all the time - we do a lot of shooting during Sept. preparing for hunting season and it is generally lower humidity here in GA by then
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    Powder residue question...

    Wish I had a club - right now it consists of this forum and my kids (9, 12, 14) - we have a heck of a good time though
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    Powder residue question...

    TOW mink oil is the patch lube I wipe down before first shot and only thing coming out on patch is a little residual oil nothing resembling rust - red spots look about the size of a seed tick and red. Also shoot Goex Will try to photograph this weekend
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    Powder residue question...

    Just curious on this question... At the range I wipe 1x down and out as per Dutch method with a spit patch. Been noticing the residue having red spots on the patch. Is the red spots a byproduct of blackpowder combustion or something else - sometimes it is visible in the bore at the muzzle as...
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    Aftermarket CVA MR brass fore-end?

    I have had good success getting stuff from Deer Creek for my handful of CVA guns. It is my understanding this outfit bought all the old parts inventory when CVA quit making sidelock/flinglock guns. Not sure if they ship overseas, but definitely worth the phone call or email. I have received...
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    Local find...any input appreciated

    Thanks gents... After the first reference to Jukar was made I started googling last night and started to see pics with similar parts, but since I don't have a picture of the entire gun butt to muzzle I wouldn't have picked up on the stock swap. Thanks again for input and pricing points. I may...
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    Local find...any input appreciated

    Going to hold it this weekend all the info I have thus far is from the individual selling. He says it came from an estate sale 15-20yrs ago, he never shot it, but his son confirmed bore with a jag/patch, he told me I could do whatever I wanted to investigate including removing pins which he has...
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    Local find...any input appreciated

    Found this gun local for a good price - seller says there is no markings on the gun - Anyone have input on it? Is their anything in the carvings or metal work from these photos that would lead to a specific builder? Workmanship from photos appears pretty good 45caliber Asking price is $250 -...
  10. M

    CVA squirrel rifle 32 cal

    Mine is really nice and fun to shoot - just like shooting a 22LR with 15-20gr 3F. It will be look very petite next to a fullsize hawken though
  11. M

    Longrifle ID???

    picked up this gun yesterday in package deal - thought it was a Dixie long rifle, but couldn't find any marks till I got it home disassembled and wiped down real good as it had been sitting for some time Barrel is stamped "John Henry" no proofs or any other markings except a four digit serial on...
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    Help - possible barrel bulge

    FWIW my TC 50cal setups shoot best with about 60-65gr FF. Anything over 70gr begins to open up or become inconsistent and this is a couple different guns. And if hunting is what your after 60gr FF and roundball will shoot thru a deer no problems. I am of the opinion you need to shoot lower...
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    bobcat breech plug

    Not 100% sure, but I bet the Bobcat has the CVA "patented" breech & bolster assembly per the attached The bolster/drum is drilled thru breech plug after assembly Patented Breech & Bolster Assembly Detail
  14. M

    Hello from NE Georgia

    Hello neighbor - I am in Cumming, GA area
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    New to me TC Hawken Questions

    bpd303 I see your from way up north Arkansas - very pretty up there - I grew up in Little Rock area out in the country - been in north suburb fringes of Atlanta since 2000 - an I miss home though - Arkansas is definitely the "Natural State" JReb your close if your ever in the North GA area let...
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    New to me TC Hawken Questions

    Gentlemen, I picked up another Hawken today - want to describe it and see if you guys can identify modifications or period correct items. 1. Patchbox inlet is about 1/2" off butt plate 2. Triggerguard is color case hardened 3. Serial number is 2553 - breech plug and barrel numbers match 4...
  17. M

    Reading PRB patches after the shot

    Sorry the pic is now attached I forgot to copy link before I submitted
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    Reading PRB patches after the shot

    Purchased a 50cal New Englander barrel second hand that is a little dirty inside - has some minor pitting, but nothing too severe and it really cleaned up pretty well. Only one range session thus far and at 25yards I had 3 in one ragged hole and 4th just about 1.5" left so the barrel shoots...
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