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    stuck bullet starter

    The handle of my bullet starter came off and the rest--along with a patch and ball are stuck in the barrel. any ideas how to get it out? tried pulling from the front of the barrel but it won't budge
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    A lemon?

    I'm using wads i got from a muzzleloading site and are specifically for pistols. i'm going to try and shoot without the wad and when i can find it get some BP. thanks for all the advice
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    A lemon?

    i've cleaned this gun to death and as i aid there'ss no problem shooting pyrodex in my rifle. Is it possible there' a defect in the cylinder or should I try shooting just ball and powder without the lubed wad?
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    A lemon?

    pull the trigger and cap and pyro explode but the RB gets stuck at the end of the cylinder before going into the barrel.
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    A lemon?

    I've used pyrodex in my .50 cal hawken with no problems. the triple7 shoulld work in revolvers just fine, esp at 20 grains. wondering if the cylinder was badly machined.
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    A lemon?

    Still wrestling with my pietta 1851 Navy. Went to the range today. First shot was fine--even hit close to bullseye. The next 4 couldn't get the ball through the cylinder. I used 20 grains 3F pyrodex my .375 RB and a wad. had problems with this revolver since I got it. Think I've got myself a...
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    In the market for a revolver. what’s the best authentic reproduction?

    hi, wass jusst curious what problems you found with the pre-2002 piettas. i have a 1994 navy. it's ok but not great shooter.
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    WANTED replacement cylinder

    looking for a replacement cylinder for a 1994 pietta 1851 Navy colt .35 cal. tried several sources. no one can guarantee theirs will fit this year and model. any out there?
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    cylinder replacement

    I have a Pietta 1851 Navy and 'm looking for another cylinder that will fit this 1994 model. checked with Old South and they said theirs will not fit guns made before 2000. i'm guessing this will be a problem with other suppliers. Any suggestions on where to look? thanks
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    barrel wedge

    On my Pietta 1851 Navy, when the barrel wedge is pushed all the way through, the gun won't cock. if I pull it out a little so it's not sticking out on the right side of the revolver, it cocks. anyone else have this problem? and is it ok to shoot with the wedge part way out as long as the barrel...
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    replacement nipples

    funny thing is i found #10s last week and ordered them--1,000 of em. so i think I'll stick with them for the 1851 since they're just as good. However, it would be easier to use the same caps for my revolver and rifle.
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    replacement nipples

    I want to replace the nipples on my Pietta 1851 Navy (.36 cal. mfred in 1994). Which would be the best fit. I get different answers from vendors. track of the wolf says theirs, which takes #11 caps is correct. but always been told #10 caps are best for this model gun. And are there different...
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    combo flask/measure?

    Is there such a thing as a combination flask and powder measure? And where should I look? tired of having separate ones and I can't eyeball an accurate powder measure.
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    pietta .36 Navy problem

    when it was first mentioned I thought people were kidding me about cream of wheat. Apparently not. does it also reduce chances of a chain fire?
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    pietta .36 Navy problem

    The Pyrodex P (FFFG) was just purchased and it was sealed. Of course don't know how long it was on the shelf. will definitely increase the load after another good cleaning. thanks to all for the advice
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    pietta .36 Navy problem

    I'm using the Pyrodex P . Funny thing is the Pietta material I downloaded suggested 9-12 grains. I had a feeling it was too light. Also, considering using wads between powder and ball. The lube I used today in the cylinder is really messy. And I will switch to BP when I can get it.
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    pietta .36 Navy problem

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    pietta .36 Navy problem

    first time at the range was a disaster. it was thoroughly cleaned before taking it out. I am using a .375 ball and 10 grains Pyrodex with #10 caps (the caps fired). the couple of times the gun fired, the ball simply got stuck at the rear entrance to the barrel. Is this a matter of too small a...
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    cap choice

    looking for percussion caps for my 1851 Navy. do you guys have a preference? Remington, CCI RSW etc...?
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    1851 navy cylinder problem

    Sourdough. The mark indicates a 2007. seems to be fixed for the moment. thanks all for the good advice.
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