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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    I did work on the pan some. I did not like the way the pressure was cutting the corner of it. I put a few loads through it and it still works so thats a plus. I have tried to let a few people shoot this thing and for some reason It has worked perfect for me every time but every time I put it...
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    Took the rifle out again and shot it 10 more times. It is definitely hard not to flinch when the prime goes off. there were a few time that i dont think i flinched and the group was pretty tight. Here are a few photos of the rifle. I am wondering if the touch hole is too low to the priming...
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    Well I got a lb of powder, .010 lubed patches and .310 RB yesterday. loaded up with 20 grains by weight and a pinch in the pan. Everything worked like it was supposed to. This thing is a blast I think I am hooked. I have to say though that after talking to a few percussion guys and having...
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    thanks for the info everyone. It is all very helpfull. I am going to try getting some powder today. I read on this forum that ballistic products makes #1-1/2 buckshot that is .310 diameter, But is says it is 3% antimony and super hard. the place i found that has BP has the correct RB so i...
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    Yeah I did call a shop in redding that has some along with some 32 round balls. They were called olde west gun and loan i think. I will be close friday so it looks like i will get to use my pea shooter soon. thanks for the help everyone
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    I talked to a someone locally who may have enough powder to sell a lb to me hopefully. He said I might be better off with a ffffg charge for the small bore and shorter barrel that i have though. would there be an advantage? Do you have to worry about over pressurizing with fast powder as you...
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    I am near the Eureka area, Humboldt county. I will be in Redding for the holiday I may do a little searching around there friday if anyone is open.
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    Thanks for the info. I have checked everyone in the county but I am going to keep searching till i find the nearest place to by Bp. You can buy it in california? I have searched and searched and cannot find any reference to a cva squirrel that is flint. did cva produce these or would it...
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    CVA squirrel flintlock

    Hi folks I just registered for this forum. I have been wanting a traditional muzzleloader for a while now and came across this cva squirrel flintlock in 32 cal at a pawn shop. Did not have to pay too much for it so thought id give it a try. I have a few questions about it though. First...
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