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  1. Wolfman0125

    1858 Remington

    I’m looking for a left hand cross draw slim Jim holster rig with a flask holder and cartridge case on it for a Colt Walker. Do you make those?
  2. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    I believe it is a 5/32 punch. But there is an easier method that won’t ignite them if your off a bit. Soak them in water. Peel off the red paper. Scrape the dots off with an exacto knife. Let dry in the caps. No paper to clog your nipples.
  3. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    Here is an interesting article I found on homemade percussion caps. Some of the information is relevant to BP and some is unmentionable here. Hence I won’t post it but here is the link if anyone is interested: http://gunwatch.blogspot.com/2016/07/home-reloading-of-percussion-caps-and.html
  4. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    http://22lrreloader.com/ The above is their website. Scroll on the pics to the far right and you will see their #11 cap maker. They have a YouTube video on how to use it. I recommend using 0.005 brass or copper or double up on the aluminum can material as it is stronger. Lots of different ways...
  5. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    No they are discontinued but they have a new version of it that is used now. I’ll see if I can find the link for you and post it. They also have a Facebook page. It is from .22 Sharpshooter. They run about 69.00 and 19.95 for the primer compound. The compound makes 1500 caps. They are working...
  6. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    Oh I see, yes I’ve seen his video. I would not recommend using 22 primers. They are far more potent and could potentially weaken your mainspring with the blow back. When fired, your hammer is pushed backwards. I’m no expert but my opinion is that over time it may put stress on it and cause...
  7. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    If applied with a eye dropper bottle, or micro dropper, acetone ducco mixture works great. All it’s for is to hold the powder in by making it moist to compact with a match stick. You can use Alcohol too.
  8. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    Try using 0.005 brass or copper. You can get it from hobby stores online or some hardware stores. And yeah most places are working through back orders so a month wait is common. I waited 6 weeks for mine.
  9. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    I wouldn’t file the nipples, just cut the tubing height to be shorter than the cap. It is ok for the cap to stick out. You are only trying to form a seal between the mouth of the cap and the nipple base.
  10. Wolfman0125

    “Texas” Flask

    Yep I saw that one. I was just trying to discover the first year of manufacture. But I think your right. It’s only commemorative and not historical.
  11. Wolfman0125

    “Texas” Flask

    I see the Dragoons on gunbroker occasionally. They are running around $479.00 usually.
  12. Wolfman0125

    “Texas” Flask

    I kind of thought that might be the case. Thanks.
  13. Wolfman0125

    “Texas” Flask

    Ok gotcha. Not hip with the lingo apparently. Lol.
  14. Wolfman0125

    “Texas” Flask

    I’m not sure what WBTS means. But if these were in production during the 1800s then I would be ok with that. I’ve seen some that look quite old, but if they were made in 1974 or something then it would be like putting chrome on a model T. Which I don’t want to do. However I do prefer the...
  15. Wolfman0125

    Making your own percussion caps?

    I have heard that the Binder makes an orange gunk on the nipples. Some suggest making your own binder with acetone and Ducco cement.
  16. Wolfman0125

    “Texas” Flask

    Being a Native Texan, I love anything Texas. I bought a Colt Walker for its connection to the Texas Rangers and the fact that production started for Walkers on the day that the Alamo fell. I recently discovered a Zouave flask that commemorates the Alamo and a painting of the martyrs that hangs...
  17. Wolfman0125

    Prettiest Cap and Ball

    Oh my, I love looking at vintage gun ****! Lol. Those are some beautiful Colts. Wish I could afford an original. I have one F series Colt. All the rest are Uberti and Taylor’s guns.
  18. Wolfman0125

    Prettiest Cap and Ball

    Nice grips. I haven’t seen one like that. What are they?
  19. Wolfman0125

    Prettiest Cap and Ball

    Yep, that mountaineer with the Hawken looks like something out of “Deliverance 2-The flip side.” I have to say, I truly admire that rifle she is holding. I wouldn’t mind her number to inquire more about it. Purely for research of course...
  20. Wolfman0125

    Historical question regarding combat with muzzleloading rifles

    I agree he could have done many things. He was a traitor and no excuse for what he did. I’m just saying that from Arnold’s perspective, I’m sure he felt justified in his actions from perceived grievances. It is a slippery slope when employees become disgruntled and run amok. Like going postal...
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