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try leaving your touch hole pick in the hole when you load the gun you do not need or want powder it the hole it will cause problems . you can make a pick from wire if you don't have one

seems odd to be a member for 2 1/2 years with only 2 messages

File the opening a little wider so it will fit

You did well at that price .I have a CVA double 12 and have used it for over 30 years with no problems . Also you can order everything you need from online suppliers . Enjoy your new to you gun

Sorry you have such laws and glad we don't have such an hope we never do. I enjoy firing a few rounds

The reason I ask is because I just did the same repair to a old 12 gauge double and would like to know how it is likely to hold up when used and fired .I filled the area between the barrels from top to bottom with epoxy and have not fired it since . Just like to know your results so far if you...

The reason I ask is because I just did the same thing to a old 12 gauge double that the top rib was loose on .I have not shot it since the repair and like you will not sale it but would like to know more about how well it will likely hold up to use .I filled the gap between the barrels from the...

So does this epoxy hold up for years under shooting conditions and firing a lot of rounds .And do you disclose the repair when you sale them or do you keep them

Sure did I have a flintlock with a 62 cal rifle barrel on right side and 62 smooth on left also Pedersoli make a combo gun

Powder measures can be made with a drill and some wood files and sandpaper very simple . You can buy some carving tools also , I make my powder measures from deer antlers .

Don't use a rubber band . Hold the handles tightly in your hand and I do mean very tightly closed also the pure lead as mentioned

So what were you a English teacher . And most people do not like having grammar corrected is why you get negative feedback . I am a Old Redneck and not correct about anything I guess .

I use my 45 when we do a fun shoot at the club but years ago used a 50 which I still have

I co I could care less about historically correct but if that is what you want go for it . Different strokes I guess

brass works fine

Are you the same person that is on rabbit dogs

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Dont over think this as already said start with around 50 grains of 2f black powder and increase in 5 grain increments until you get the most accurate load as all guns are different I believe I would stay under 120 grains because your shoulder will thank you for it .

Not to be ugly but you can see the name and all the info you need on the barrel where you took the pictures . get you some black powder and .010 patches some .530 round balls a powder measure and start shooting . But most important you need a mentor to teach you

Very wise choice sir