I would like to thank everyone for the ideas. The ramrod channel is long enough for a full length ramrod. The front bolt just does not allow it.
How much can I notch the bolt before I have to worry about strength? I am going to get a spare ramrod and bolt and see if I can make it work by...
I just purchased a new non production flintlock from a popular website. When it showed up I found that the ramrod ended at the front lock bolt. Which means it is to short to be used to load the rifle. The place I bought it from does not seem interested in talking with me about this.
So my...
