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A guess you didn't understand my post. A newcomer to muzzleloading would like to actually shoot his gun. I thought you might appreciate the perspective of someone starting out. My mistake. A wonderful welcome to this site.

I understand what you're saying and don't want to be seen as defeatist, but I have worked hard at learning all about my gun and its upkeep, watching hundreds of videos, buying all of the other supplies needed, trying to make caps that stay together long enough for me to get to the range. It's...

Those unsympathetic to my post no doubt have a nice stockpile of caps.

I do want to try flintlocks at some point, though I'm a bit worried some key ingredient might be hard to find. I've gotten cynical, I'm afraid.

I've seen them available at Scheels, but that's a 500 mile drive for me. Thanks for the tip on the primer. I'll try it.

That's a very kind offer, sir. Thank you.

I bought a cap and ball revolver two months ago and have fired it a total of seven times. As in seven shots. The problem: No available percussion caps. None to be found. Anywhere. Admittedly, there are those online sites where you supposedly can get them with a minimum order of $150 or $200. I...