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    Powder behind the lock

    If it were my gun, before I tried to "fix" anything I would get some accurate measurements. Use a dial caliper or a micrometer and learn why this mis-match exists. I would identify why, then do what needs to be done to fix it. Study the parts that fit properly then determine the difference...
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    What's your favorite caplock?

    In case those of you who read my posts didn't notice I like to include a pic whenever I can. Here's my favorite. GPR .54 cal kit gun assembled and finished by yours truly. She looks good and shoots good. I load her with 100 gr. FFg, .530 RB, .020 Ox-Yoke pre-cut patch lubed with bore butter...
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    HOW MANY? AND PIC OF FIRST?

    Not a work of art by any means but it is my first. I built it around 1976. It ain't much to look at compared to some of the true works of art to be seen on this board. However, it does go bang when I pull the trigger and it's accurate. Also I have the parts to convert it to a flintlock if the...
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    Your Favorite (poll)

    My favorite flintlock and number one all around favorite rifle is my T-C Hawken "hybrid". It has the old style stock that had the high comb. I lowered the comb toward the front so the gun wouldn't pound my cheek bone when I touched her off. I added a GM barrel and an L&R lock. I rounded off the...
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    My GPR

    I am going to make the front sight a little thinner then I will take it out for a range session. The sights are OK for hunting up to about 75 yds but I am going to try to refine them for a little more precision. As much precision as I can get from my soon to be 61 year old fuzzy vision anyway...
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    My GPR

    1. Kits are fully inletted. Some shaping of the stock and final finishing of the stock is required. All metal except the lock needs finishing. 2. Try Midsouth Shooter's Supply. 3. Mine is percussion. I can't help with flintlock info. 4. My .54 is a round ball rifle. It's accurate and powerful...
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    My GPR

    Lock is original coil spring version.
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    My GPR

    Thanks, one of the reasons I wanted to assemble this kit was that I thought I could make a nicer rifle than a factory rifle. I am pleased with the results. I feel The Davis trigger is a significant improvement over the factory trigger for the GPR. Mine dropped right in with no work required. I...
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    My GPR

    I initially wanted to file it half octogon, half round with a wedding band but my arms were too tired after removing all that lettering. :)
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    My GPR

    I wasn't trying to disguise the factory barrel. I just wanted to have a little fun and assemble a nice looking rifle from a simple kit. Sorry you feel this way but I have always preferred a sow's ear sans script. :)
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    My GPR

    You need to draw file the writing off. Be careful as you must hold the file flat so as to maintain the shape and lines of your barrel. All flats must be even and the same size. Follow up with some emery cloth to blend the filed area so it matches the rest of the finish of the barrel. Add your...
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    My GPR

    Thanks to all for the compliments on my rifle. I thought it turned out well. I glad you folks think so too. Good Shooting and best regards, Fuzzy Sites.
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    My GPR

    First the stain then the sealer........regards, Fuzzy Sites
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    My GPR

    I stained it with Laurel Mountain Forge Maple stain. I wanted to darken up the lighter colored areas of the wood so it wouldnt look like a zebra, but I didn't want to use walnut stain and make it as dark as the factory rifles. I used Birchwood-Casey Clear sealer and filler followed by a Tru-oil...
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    My GPR

    I knew I left out something in my description.....It's a .54 cal. slow twist barrel. I shoot a .530 ball,.020" ox-yoke patch and 100 gr. FFG. A bit potent but it shoots this load well. Regards, Fuzzy Sites.
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    My GPR

    Here's a few pics of the GPR I assembled a couple of winters ago. I had my camera out so I thought I'd take some pics of one of my favorite rifles. There's nothing real fancy about it, it's just a good ol' hunting rifle. I chose to leave the nose cap in the white, and the heads on the barrel...
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    PA M/L Season

    Great work. I'm happy you were able to find her and bring her home. I'm sure you and your hunting partners are relieved also. She's a fine deer and will make for some tasty meals. Also your rifle looks like it is a beauty from what I can see of it. I hope to get out next Saturday also. I wish...
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    PA M/L Season

    I hunt WMU 3D in N.E. Pa. It was very windy and cold with snow blowing as I headed out this morning. I was asking myself if I was crazy hunting in these conditions. 20 degree temps with gusts up to 40 mph is not the best Whitetail weather. I can't recall having ever taken a deer with the wind...
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    GPR Kit Question

    I like a bit of contrast rather than browning all the iron parts. The lock had nice color case hardening tones which I did not care to change. I browned all the parts except the nose cap which I polished and left in the white. I also buffed the heads of the barrel wedges. I was still filing in...
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    GPR and Davis Triggers??

    Yesterday when I posted, I figured I would have to remove material from the top of the triggers so I followed Old40Rod's advice. I needed a little reassurance before I started modifying my nice new triggers and Old40Rod provided that. I took a little bit of material off then reinstalled the...
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