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    Flask or Horn?

    I now have one of each since my addiction has grown. Seems like it comes down to personal preference, but I'm wondering what others like or dislike about either the powder flask or horn. At the range, in the woods, etc.
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    Shooting glasses

    I used my clear raquetball glasses when I couldn't come up with something better. They're pretty sturdy and light polycarb. Totally clear, good coverage and no frames to lessen your sight pic (and pretty cheap!)
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    Casting Maxi-balls for 50 cal

    You can find good lead on that popular auction site the rhymes with 'flea-bay'. I've been contemplating the same. Never thought about using the coleman stove. Thanks for that tip!
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    Caps Everywhere!

    I'm really looking forward to getting my capper(s). Handling them by hand is tough in good weather.
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    First Shots

    I measured the rod vs. barrel and was 99% sure there was nothing in the barrel. I took the gun outside in the backyard and put a cap on and fired into the bank. Only the cap fired and the weeds moved, so the gun was empty after all. I went up to my buddy's place and fired the gun about a...
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    First Shots

    I having a thought (sometimes a dangerous thing for me...) Is there any way to tell if this barrel is completely empty? I mean, I bought it off the wall of a shop, in used condition. I've read posts where folks have bought barrels that had a (dry)ball stuck in them. I suppose maybe measure...
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    Caps Everywhere!

    Heck, I thought I'd have twice the firepower that way. Listen, I'm green, but I ain't thick! :) On another note, if the weather plays out tomorrow like they're predicting, I'll be at my buddy's place and may finally get to fire this thing. He's been shooting bp for quite a while, so...
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    Bee's wax and mineral oil as patch lube

    Thanks guys. I think I'm going to try Adui's mix at 2:1 first. Cooking stuff? No problem there!
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    First Shots

    Ordered that horn today! Thanks again for the website. Anyone got a puller with a longer screw they wanna get rid of? If so, PM me and we'll talk.
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    Caps Everywhere!

    I like this idea, too. In regards to the round one, do the holes go all the way through or is it backed with a solid piece?
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    Caps Everywhere!

    Unless they packed 101 in the tin, I found 'em all. :grin:
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    Caps Everywhere!

    Thanks for the helpful info. I was looking at the straight ones, so now I won't be wasting any time or money on one. For the record, the powder itself is still sealed.
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    Caps Everywhere!

    LOL! I'd never mix alcohol and firearms! I've been known to have a nip or two after the fact. I've seen brass cappers on that big auction site, straight ones and snail-shaped ones...is this what I would be looking for? On an unrelated topic, I'm sitting here trying to figure the best way to...
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    Caps Everywhere!

    I somehow was able to fumble the entire tiny tin of caps all over the bedroom floor. After picking caps out of the carpet for a good while, :cursing: I'm struggling to figure out the best way to keep these suckers in check. How do you all manage your caps, especially in the field?? I intend...
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    Bee's wax and mineral oil as patch lube

    Plain olive oil? I found a tube of lube at a big-name sporting goods store and they want about 10 bucks for it. Seems kinda high; I'd like to find a better (read=cheaper) substitute. How best to carry this in the field?
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    First Shots

    When I started looking for supplies locally, I was pretty bummed that every place I knew of either didn't have anything because of the 'season' (funny about that season thing, cause there sure are a lot of 30-06 & the like on the shelves) or they were getting away from bp altogether. I finally...
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    patch suggestions?

    I'm not familiar, but interested. I called one of the members and left my name. I'm about a mile from the fire hall in Leicester, to give you some idea, on the Alexander side. If this is the club off of Piney Grove Rd, it is only a few miles from my house. :off Have you done any hunting on...
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    First Shots

    Those websites are great! I'm compiling a wish list right now. Is a horn the best way to carry the powder? I didn't get out yesterday, but maybe today and I'll see what I can find at wally world and dick's. There's a couple of clubs in my area, too and I'll email them and see what they have...
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    First Shots

    All told I spent $125.
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    patch suggestions?

    I can't help with the patches, but did notice you're in Leicester. So am I. Do you know a good place to shoot near here?
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