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Tried new smoothbore for first time the other day and sfter getting home an "accident" occured and the sight was whacked, knocking it off the barrel. My problem is the barrel is now finished. I was told I could try a dab of JB Weld on the sight instead of trying to solder the sight onto a now...

Good option for a few shots to see how I like it. Thanks to all.

Thanks RB. I will check their sites now.

Thanks for the replies guys. Made me think --- guess I should also ask if anyone knows where you can purchase say a 5 pound bag of lead shot in #7 1/2 or 8? I have #6 and may as well buy a smallish bag if I can find one. TOTW sells 5 lb but #6 is their smallest.

About to shoot shot from my smoothbore for the first time. I got hold of a little #6 shot so I can try it out. My quesion is what type of shot should be used in a smoothbore ---- steel, lead??? I wasn't sure what to use and didn't want to use anything that might harm the barrel. Also, not...

Thanks for all the input guys and for going into detsil on sets. This is what I was hoping for. Just wanted to say thanks and I will keep checking for any new posts. As always this forum is a great source information.

I have spoken with the sellers of several kits and very much like three of these sets. They are Jim Chambers, TVM (Matt Avance), and Dunlap Woodcrafts. Wondering how much work needs to be done on the stock re: inletting, shaping etc., and if any one set sticks out as being more builder...

Guess like most everything, there is no cut and dried solution. Personal preference seems to be the way to go. Thanks for all the input.

What rate of twist do you favor in a .40 cal flinter --- roundball target use only. I have seen where they range from 1:48 to 1:72. Wondered what would be any advantages of a slower rate. Trying to decide on a barrel. Thanks

My Ace Hardware carries them too. They have them with the taps --- not in the aisle with the other drill bits.

Both of the above are good options too. I don't have access to a band saw now, but do have a small drill press........interesting. Thanks

Thanks guys for all the options. I do have a coping saw and a belt sander so I will start there and see how it goes. Appreciate the help.

What is the best (only?) way to cut sheet brass for a plain sideplate. Is a jeweler's saw needed? Thanks

gonz, Check out the New York State Muzzleloaders Association site (www.nysmla.org). Click on the Affiliated Clubs tab and you can find the Alabama Hunt Club. They are a big black powder club in your neck of the woods. They have monthly shoots and a good number of shooters attend so you...

According to CenterMark brochure (2007)Grenadier model Kit: $ 875, In white 1015 and finshed 1175. (716) 679-0276

Thanks for the info guys. It gives me a good starting place!

Have about a half pound of Swiss 3f given to me to try out. Have only shot Goex 3f in the past. Is there a "general rule of theumb" about how much powder to use of Swiss compared to Goex. Thought I read somewhere that you use a little less of the Swiss??? Figured I would try some loads to...

Thanks Roundball---just what I was hoping for.

Fox, thank you. Will have to get one of those.

Can you shine the light down the bore of a .50 cal rifle to see the face of the breech plug, or does it not work well for that?