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    To cut Damascus Percussion Shotgun, or not to cut ?

    This is a handsome shotgun and it appears to be in good condition. If it were mine I certainly would not shorten the barrels. Respect the integrity of this nice antique, which has so far escaped the butcher's hacksaw!
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    Hello from Norway.

    A hearty welcome from Vermont! My family is in Fredrikstad.
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    Can this rifle be helped?

    As a wall hanger or decorator, this old gun is still worth more than you paid for it; no need to feel that you got stung! If there were some compelling reason to return the rifle to shooting condition, the quickest and easiest fix would be to have a brand-new barrel and breech plug installed...
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    Good books

    Forty Years a Fur Trader on the Upper Missouri - the Personal Narrative of Charles Larpenteur, 1833-1872 (non-fiction) - Any books by the following: - Edward Louis Henry, e.g. Shinin' Times! - One trapper's personal chronicle of the American Rocky Mountain Fur Trade, 1828-1833 (fiction) -...
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    Flintlock , Eagle on lock ( American ) Belgium 15/16'' Tapered Octagon to round, 51'' long barrel. .54 cal.

    This looks like a Belgian trade musket; many were sent to Africa during the colonial era.
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    Flintlock ID

    The National Muzzleloading Rifle Association has two field reps in Oregon: Walter Robert Evens (Cottage Grove; [email protected]; 541-315-2030); and Roger Schaefer (Salem; [email protected]; 503-371-4209). These fellows will be a very good source of information and guidance.
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    What in tarnation is this?

    This appears to be a handsome, early piece. I would not hold some honest age and damage against it. I strongly advise against breaking this pistol up - it deserves to be kept together. You can buy modern-made locks cheaply (from Chambers, L&R, Davis, and others) and they will function very well...
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    First flintlock advice needed

    Another suggestion: visit the web page for the NMLRA (National Muzzle Loading Rifle Association - www.nmlra.org/field-representatives) and check out the list of their field reps. Maybe there is one who lives close enough to you to be of help. I second your wish to shoot a traditional flintlock...
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    recommendations for cleaning and restoring originals

    I would not sand blast any visible exterior surface unless everything else I tried failed to remove the rust. I think that minimal intervention is advisable in dealing with antique guns. One of the first Colts pictured has plenty of rust on the part of the frame that will be covered by the...
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    Family Heirloom need help identifying

    Jim Chambers also sells a gunmaker's lock with an oversize lock plate.
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    Machining marks in bore

    JB Non-embedding Bore Cleaning Compound (from Brownell's and probably other sources) did a very good job rescuing a pitted barrel I own. It takes a while but the results are worth the effort.
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    Thank you for the kind comments! Shoot straight, Eric Bye
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    Hi, Hugo, I have received your payment - thank you! Now I will need your mailing address. I will mail the book tomorrow (Monday). Best wishes, Eric
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    Maybe a little late, but not too late! I have a few books left. PayPal is OK ([email protected]), or a check or money order ($39) works too. My address: PO Box 384, North Springfield, VT 05150. Thanks! Eric I hope there will be another printing; I have already submitted some changes and...
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    I do have just a few left - coming down to the last half-dozen! I'll set one aside for you. Paypal works ([email protected]), or you can mail me a check or money order ($39) at this address: Eric Bye, PO Box 384, North Springfield, VT 05150. Thanks for your interest; keep your powder dry, Eric
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    Taking Time Alone

    What a beautiful and moving thread - thank you all.
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    TC Seneca .36

    Hornady also sells .350 diameter 000 buckshot in five-pound boxes. The last box I bought a couple of years ago was under $30 and well worth it. These round balls have no flat spot from a sprue and are very convenient to use. Casting small-caliber balls is a bit tedious and this box of buckshot...
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    Hi, Bob, Thanks for sending the check, which I received today. I will mail your autographed book on Monday. I'll write again with a tracking number and estimated delivery date. Best wishes, Eric Bye
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    Hi, Hawkeye Hugo, Yes, now that you mention it I remember meeting you. That was a long time ago. Thanks for your interest. I do have a couple of copies of the book left. I will go to the post office today to find out how much the postage will cost and I will send you another message. Sorry if...
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    SOLD the book Flintlocks - a Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation

    Hi - thanks for your interest. I do have a few copies left. If you would like one, please send me a personal message and I'll give you my address. Sorry if this message is a little late. My server had some problems a while ago and I'm afraid I may have missed some messages. Take care, Eric
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