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  1. K

    Storing black powder in a shed

    I would think a tightly capped can of powder would be air tight.
  2. K

    Storing black powder in a shed

    This is what I did also, although I may have over done it ( something I tend to do) . I made a chest from 1 1/2" thick wood lined with 1/2" fireproof drywall, then lined with sheet metal on all sides. The lid has a lip around it and sits on top so it just lifts off. no hinges or latches. IF and...
  3. K

    How many shots in a row without picking or wiping pan ?

    :thumb:
  4. K

    Grey and Fox Squirrel Book

    Thanks for sharing. Just scored a copy from Ebay for $8 .
  5. K

    Conical help

    I just got a copy, the 1979 edition, from the local used book store. You are correct it is an invaluable reference.
  6. K

    Conical help

    70 to 80 grs. of 3F would be close to 90 grs. of 2F and will have a bit more punch . I would advise against using 4F as a main charge, that's a lot of pressure inside a barrel.
  7. K

    Bore polishing to help with fouling: it worked!

    I couldn't imagine dressing a deer out in that kind of heat and having to rush to get the meat on ice before the flies get on it. Usually I'll hang the deer in my barn for a few days, if temps stay between 32* and 45*, before I butcher it.
  8. K

    Conical help

    I shoot round balls most of the time, but the Hornady 385 gr. Great Plains Bullet is a solid performer in my Traditions 1:48 Hawken. 90grs. of 2F , average around 2" groups at 50 yards and packs a punch.
  9. K

    What is the deal with the fouling ring

    Maybe try some 3F powder. I use pre lubed cotton patches lubed with "Wonder Lube" and pillow ticking lubed with Mink Oil and haven't had any issues.
  10. K

    ShipStation Orders

    Likely it was ShipStation that got hacked which is a 3rd party shipping service used by many vendors.
  11. K

    Bore polishing to help with fouling: it worked!

    Not sure how cold it gets in South Carolina, but up here in Indiana it can be well below freezing during hunting season , sometimes single digits. That soap and water patch would freeze up for sure, I use TOW Mink Oil for my hunting patch lube, stays pliable even below zero.
  12. K

    ShipStation Orders

    I got one from an Ebay seller and about 8 in a row from Muzzleloaders.com. All asking for the same $6.47. I assume everything is a scam and ignore everything. Can't be to careful these days.
  13. K

    Bore polishing to help with fouling: it worked!

    So is there a point where you can polish a bore to smooth ? As in shiny chrome like finish ? It would seem the rifling would need a little "roughness" to bite/grab on the patch and too slick could effect the spin. Just thinking out loud , I don't know , just wondered.
  14. K

    Early American sources for Flint

    This guy post some solid and informative videos.
  15. K

    Informative and interesting video of early American gun flints

    I found this video to be very interesting and informative. Straight forward and no fluff or silliness. If you're not interested in the history of early American flints you can skip to 9:43 in the video where he trys and compares, English flint, French flint, Chert, Quartz, and glass. Enjoy.
  16. K

    Can powder brand be responsible for this much difference?

    Try shooting at 25 or 50 yards and see what you get there ?
  17. K

    Flintlock Pistol "Speed " Shooting Fun........

    British Billy didn't stand a chance. :D
  18. K

    Flint works loose after multiple shots

    This. Leather is to thick and not pliable. Use thinner piece and notch back for screw.
  19. K

    Remember this Davy Crockett movie scene?

    A great boyhood memory, but watching now there is so much wrong from the rifles having no recoil, to loading from the horn, to the lead balls stacked in the cardboard target, and jee whiz the coon skin hats look mighty warm for that environment. I do remember as a kid wondering why the targets...
  20. K

    Live and Learn

    How much is your transfer fee from the FFL ? Around here it runs $15 to $25 at most shops for "regular" firearms.
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