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    Current percussion cap source

    It is pot chlor. It does get testy. You should never mix in plastic at all. I use shot glass that has high heat temper. Everything i use is antistatic. I use a bit of aluminum to cover the glass when I finish a set. I'll change the mix to perchlorate once done with what I have as it will make a...
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    Current percussion cap source

    I'm only mixing two of the batch amounts as listed in the directions at a time. What it says on the package for the scoops. It is very sensitive material, so you really might not want a large batch sitting around. It can be stored in what you mix it in. I mix mine in a glass shot glass with a...
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    Current percussion cap source

    Got to be thin aluminum. Soda can thin. And it will take a bit of practice. You'll get a few bad ones until you get the hang of it.
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    Current percussion cap source

    Just be sure what you use to seal the caps won't end up being a nightmare to clean up or out later.
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    Current percussion cap source

    Don't think we're talking the same thing.
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    Current percussion cap source

    It comes with the priming mix. I've bought more with the other chemicals. Must make sure it is a powder form, or get a mortar and pestle of at least 8 ounce capacity and very highly polished(marble is the best), to grind the material. Some glass is in pellet form and is not usable here.
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    Current percussion cap source

    Just take your time mixing and use all antistatic stuff. I use a shot glass and thin wood dowel to mix. Found a package of antistatic micro spoons on Amazon to measure the mix with.
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    Current percussion cap source

    They need to be snug right on top of the nipple. As much as this compound is very impact sensitive, it isn't as sensitive as fulminate or other commercial mixes. Getting enough in the cap is just as important as it's fit. Acetone should do the trick to firming up the mix. If the jostling of the...
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    Current percussion cap source

    No sir. They are round just like store bought.
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    Current percussion cap source

    The aluminum caps are quite sturdy. Don't think they'll let me down. And I've lots of cans.
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    Current percussion cap source

    I think I put $189 into the cap maker and the .22 LR reloading set plus three packs of priming compound. Did my research and ordering and now have supplies to make/ prime/ load many thousands of rounds/ caps at less than nominal cost. Plus, it's just fun. The caps I make will work for all of my...
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    Current percussion cap source

    I use the cap maker and the Prime-All. Be very sure to use only antistatic things to mix the material. I use a glass shot glass and a thin wood dowel to mix. You'll need something very small to put the powder into the caps. I found a package of micro antistatic spoons on Amazon that will be...
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    Percussion Caps and Prime All

    The cap maker is worth it. I make hundreds from the soda cans I have. The priming compound is easy enough to make. Four components and easy measurements. One can be changed for a more stable one. Never use anything but glass and wood to mix. I found some micro spoons on Amazon to measure the...
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    Making your own Percussion Caps

    Have it and use it. Don't know of any short comings. Does take some practice. And you will get a few bad ones. But overall, it makes some very nice #11 caps.
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    Making your own Percussion Caps

    The "tap-o-cap" device works very well. Makes very nice caps out of aluminum soda cans. Just takes some practice. And keep the thing oiled.
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    Making your own Percussion Caps

    Replace the potassium chlorate with perchlorate. Much more stable and more reactive. Works better.
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    New guy here. Not to black powder.

    .50 caliber
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    New guy here. Not to black powder.

    Just use due caution with it and you'll be great. Mix it in a small shot glass with a small wood stick. Anti static everything. Small batches. Acetone as your setting agent.
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    New guy here. Not to black powder.

    Howdy.
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    New guy here. Not to black powder.

    I'm in Texas, by the by. This girl is one of my rebuilds. Given to me by a good friend, I completely rebuilt her.
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