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    powder variations mid 1700s

    so the question is, for the period of mid 1700, to be period correct, what is the main charge/ primer. im trying to dial in period correct but havent got much info thus far.... comments welcome.... buck
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    powder variations mid 1700s

    for woodsmen shooting a rifle/musket back in this time period, what powder was available to them to use? i for some reason always assumed there was cannon powder and rifle powder, and hence the riflemen would use the powder as main charge as well as pan primer. can anyone give further insight...
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    capote

    the day of that photo it was 22F and felt nice, as evidence of lack of wool mittens. the below photo was taken a few days before when it was real cold , 5F and windy
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    capote

    hopefully this works,
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    capote

    this is my first attempt at a post with a photo; My capote during December black powder season in Northern Michigan 2009 Link
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    No deer

    December black powder hunting in northern Michigan was again cold. but it was very similar to regular firearm in that not many deer seen during the day. the first 2 days in camp the temps were 5F with stiff wind for the morning hunt. finally the next 2 days warmed up to 22F and it felt like...
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    4F Powder

    great question. i had the exact one this afternoon. the article seems to note that 1825 is when the granulation system came into use, as noted by the previous post. i will try to find out some more info
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    First flintlock deer!!

    Well done ! Very fine indeed
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    .54 Flint loads

    about the same here for my Lyman GPR .54 flint 75 grains FFg Goex .530 ball with .015 patch with Balistol lube when hunting i use 2 over powder wads
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    Modifying GPR flint lock mortise for L&R flint lock

    Anyone ever do this? looking for some tips to help upgrade to this new lock. thanks in advance
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    Possible bag size question

    I have the Hunter model which is on the smaller side and am happy with it. I generally tend to pack light so this works well for me. -Buck
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    Ballistol Patch Lube Experiment

    have been using Balistol for about a year and had good success with its full spectrum capabilities. for patch lube with water to Balistol ive used 3:1, 4:1, and 5:1 all with similar results. i use over powder wads when hunting to be safe because once loaded, the main charge could sit on the...
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    Lyman GPR vs Trade rifle

    Ref, fyi, i ordered my first GPR percussion in .54 from Impact guns. it was back ordered but in the end took about 8 weeks before coming. later i ordered a GPR flint .54 from Impact and same thing it was backordered. but after about 11 weeks they had no idea when it would be coming. finally i...
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    .54 Loads for Deer

    only use an over powder wad for the initial shot. if i have to reload to shoot again, its not a factor... let me explain. when hunting, my firearm may stay charged for several weeks. during this time, i dont want the patch lube to dampen the main charge, so i keep the charge isolated with the...
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    .54 Loads for Deer

    flintlock .530 ball with .015 patch for patch lube i use Balistol in a 1:3 mix with water (1 part Balistol 3 parts water ) 2 Over powder wads (when hunting) 80grains Goex FFg
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    Stuck Ramrod

    i had this happen this summer at the range with my .54 cal. range rod with a jag on it got stuck, and ended my shooting session. tried everything to break it free, but to no avail. then out of desperation, i heated the barrel enough to get a slight expansion then was able to pull it out with a...
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    Range report using Ballistol

    used Ballistol for the first time last week at the range. i mixed it with water approx. 1:3 (3 parts water) i put it on the patches for lube, then after each shot ran a wet cleaning patch sprayed on with the same formulation. shot for a few hours then at the end, again running a wet cleaning...
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    Ballistol users

    is ballistol a good patch lube? also how does it function in cold temperatures (25F or lower) thanks in advance :thumbsup: buck
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    caribou hunt

    anybody ever do a caribou hunt with ML? ive never tried caribou but heard it taste really good. anyone tasted it?
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    Lyman ?

    Investarms is an Italian gun maker. Lyman has them make guns for them under their label as well as Cabelas. However i thought i heard that Lyman owns Investarms but i havent verified that.
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