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  1. IronHand

    holster question

    I am not a horseman. I will defer to you on that. That's what I get for working from memory and not checking my source. Thanks IronHand
  2. IronHand

    Competitive shooters, a moment of your time please.

    Most people use a classic "bullseye stance ". The Colt grip is designed to roll upward with recoil in order to place the hammer near your thumb for recocking. Don't fight it. A death grip is not needed. Especially since recoil is fairly light. Getting a consistent grip can be an issue, that...
  3. IronHand

    holster question

    Just a few observations. I don't claim to be an expert but I have been a CPL instructor (15 years), police use of force trainer and I've been in the firearms business for 40 years. A weak side holster (cavlary) is a vertical, butt forward holster worn at the midline of the weak side hip. A...
  4. IronHand

    Hello from michigan

    Grand Valley Cap and Ballers? IronHand
  5. IronHand

    Hello from michigan

    Welcome from Central Michigan, Mecosta County. IronHand
  6. IronHand

    Hi, I'm Tony, thanks for adding me.

    Welcome from Mecosta County MI. Where are you located? On the Mitten or in the UP? IronHand
  7. IronHand

    Frizzen Shoe

    The Old Gun Shack, Stanwood, MI. (231) 823 2050 They resoled the frizzen on a Dixie SMR for me. Very satisfied. IronHand
  8. IronHand

    PBR

    That's a more complicated question than it seems, lots of variables. With my deer rifle, in my normal hunting situation. PBR is 125 yards. IronHand
  9. IronHand

    Diy shotgun

    PM me if you want the details on the build. IronHand
  10. IronHand

    Kentucky pistol carry

    Found some period illustrations of pirates carrying pistols. Looks like bandolier holsters or stuck in the sash /belt were the preferred methods. IronHand
  11. IronHand

    Diy shotgun

    Here's the one I made. Is it tradional? No Is it ugly? Yes That's why it's called the Junk Yard Dog. It started life as a CVA Blazer rifle. After considerable modifications it's now an inline 10 gauge trap gun. Pretty is as pretty does. The dog will powder any clay within 40 yards. Why...
  12. IronHand

    Diy shotgun

    Www.gunpartscorp.com usually has a good selection of barrels that can be modified. I once built a 10 gauge BP trap gun with a Marlin barrel I got from them. IronHand
  13. IronHand

    .54 Lyman Great Plains Rifle Review

    I had an Identical rifle once. Same sight and everything. To call it accurate is an understatement. The load was 110gr 2f Goex, CCI cap and a 310gr Buffalo Ballette. Range of 50 yards from a bench. Ironhand
  14. IronHand

    Phrases and sayings born in muzzleloading that we still use today.

    Ramrod straight IronHand
  15. IronHand

    Over Powder Wad Question

    An overpowder wad is a thick card wad. It is not lubed. You are talking about cushion wads. These are usually lubed to reduce fouling. The unlubed ones are for those that want to use their own lube. Ironhand
  16. IronHand

    NMLRA Match Info

    I will be retiring in about 6 months and hope to get back into competition. I have searched the NMLRA sight but can't find out information on specific matches such as what guns are allowed, what ammo, restricted features. Does anybody know where I can find this? Thanks Ironhand
  17. IronHand

    First timer from Algoma

    Welcome from Mecosta County. Nice buck. Lots of helpfull people here. Also, be sure to check the archives. Find a BP club (NMLRA.ORG under charter clubs) and you can feed your addiction all year long. I think there are a couple near you. IronHand
  18. IronHand

    Home Depot patch lube

    Patches remain quite slick. Load easily. Minimal fouling in my smoothbore. I am pleased so far.Testing will continue, depending on weather. ❄️ IronHand
  19. IronHand

    Home Depot patch lube

    I'm not necessarily looking for a better lube. Just a more convenient one. This one comes ready to use, no melting or mixing required. If it works out better, then bonus. IronHand
  20. IronHand

    Minie Ball Tests In Smoothbores

    Slow motion filming by Taofledermaus showed that Foster slugs do produce spin. Not very fast but enough to help stability {750rpm}. It does seem to require a tight fit to the barrel as the spin is caused by friction against the barrel. That's according to the original patent. IronHand
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