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No, Dave is specifically referring to locks. Are there any existing examples of other parts getting such treatment, because we don't have to have been alive then if there's evidence today. Assuming it would have been done is just speculation.

That is for the lock and I'll concede that point (and admit to learming something), but there is no mention of the barrel or other hardware.

Because it's like building a replica of a Model T and painting it white, or painting a colonial home in pastels. Blued, browned, or blackened finishes look out of place.

Do you want an authentic, period finish, or a fantasy finish?

I haven't read anything from Dave saying that. There has been lengthy discussions about bluing or browning, on this site and ALR, with the conclusion American gunsmiths finished steel/iron either bright or gray. Any "brown" finish has come with age, and there are no known examples of barrels...

What evidence do you have that American gunsmiths did that in the 18th century?

The Traditions Kentucky Rifle kit's lock will not work with a set trigger as it doesn't have a fly.

You can buy a longbow case from Amazon. I have this one, not as fancy as a Unique or Kibler case, but it serves the purpose. And is economical.

I believe you about the casting. It was more a warning to others that one can unintentionally melt brass with a torch. Found that out when I was heating the end of a rod and it disappeared.

Cushion and protect it from what? It sounds like a notion someone came up with to compensate for bad patching material. A proper patch does just fine by itself.

Did they traditionally have zippers and hoodie pull strings?

Anything for sale here must pertain specifically to muzzleloading or the era this forum covers. No modern or mundane stuff.

My understanding is Navy only refers to the scene on the cylinder.

Put mapp gas on brass that long and it will melt.

Given the experiences related by forum members, you were fortunate.

I believe Jim was referring to the need to water quench after heating. That part was not true. Brass can be heated and allowed to air-cool to anneal.

As I said, if it's uncomfortable, you're holding it wrong.

Usually, the seller sets an asking price in their ads...

The plate angle is fine, the wood is wrong.