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  1. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    Thanks to everyone for the tips! A couple heat cycles and some more torque got it off. A bit rusty, but nothing that cant be cleaned up. A follow-up question for anyone that sees this: I picked up a Traditions anti-seize grease stick from Bass Pro on my way home today. It says it’s for breech...
  2. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    Sounds good. I’ll let it sit longer with the liquir wrench and work on getting some acentone/ATF. I’ve also heard great things about Kroil? I’d welcome information on the cash wrench. No rush, she’ll be soaking for a few days haha! Much appreciated!
  3. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    Also, according to DGW website, these were made by Euro Arms
  4. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    Correct, I believe its a 5/16x24 thread nipple with a 1/4in square lug. The clearance between the nipple and the rear (stock side) of the receiver is what concerns me. I can't really get the T-style wrench on that way.
  5. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    I looked up the Ted Cash wrench and I don't know if it will have enough clearance to fit on the nipple of this gun. I'm adding some pics of the gun for reference
  6. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    Do I need to remove the barrel from the stock to use this? Will it damage the wood or finish? Also is it enough to brush some on there around the nipple or do I need to submerge the rear end & nipple in it?
  7. Aggie1105

    Additional tips on removing stuck nipple

    Hello All, I have a Dixie Gun Works JP Murray carbine in .58 caliber that I am having trouble removing the nipple from. I've found the documentation on DGW website that the nipple is 5/16x24 musket cap nipple. I have the appropriate T-style musket nipple wrench. I'm having quite a bit of...
  8. Aggie1105

    Hawken Identification

    Thank you! I went and read up on them & see what y'all meant now. Much appreciated
  9. Aggie1105

    Hawken Identification

    Is there any other specific model name? I've seen older TC guns like Seneca/Cherokee/New Englander on the forums before that all looked like Hawken-style guns to me. Forgive the ignorance if that's a stupid question.
  10. Aggie1105

    Hawken Identification

    Just went and checked, serial number on the barrel is 5 digits and starts with 89
  11. Aggie1105

    Hawken Identification

    Howdy everyone, I'm hoping someone could help me identify a rifle. This was my late grandfathers rifle that has been passed down to me. I'm aware that it's a Thompson Center .45cal, but I haven't found any other marking anywhere on the barrel to identify what model it is. I'm still a newbie so...
  12. Aggie1105

    Hello all, another Texan here.

    Welcome from a fellow Texan! I'm new to the forum as well.
  13. Aggie1105

    Hawken repair question

    Thanks for sharing more info, I appreciate it! I didn't know it was so useful for repairs. I've heard of people using acra to bed rifle actions, but that's about it.
  14. Aggie1105

    Hawken repair question

    I like the sawdust idea, but I don't have a ton of work space and tools for making a dowel to fit it perfectly. I'm currently in an apartment haha. If I fill in the damaged area with superglue and sawdust, would it be better to leave the escutcheon and screws in place and let it harden around...
  15. Aggie1105

    Hawken repair question

    I suppose it might not be truly rotting, that was just my best way to describe it based on what I was seeing, but I see your point. I might try and repair it first to see what can be done and then keep in mind replacing the wood and using the original parts as a back up. Thank you for the idea!
  16. Aggie1105

    Cleaning patch question

    That was definitely part of the problem. I ran a dry patch down it to see if there was old oil/grease left in it. Thanks for the tip
  17. Aggie1105

    Cleaning patch question

    Thanks for the idea! Will definitely keep that in mind for my next trip to the store.
  18. Aggie1105

    Hawken repair question

    I'm not super familiar with acraglass gel. Is it something that is still relatively doable for a novice? It sounds like I'm putting a release agents on all the parts I don't want it to cure to, and then filling in the void space with cured acraglass gel?
  19. Aggie1105

    Hawken repair question

    These photos are all of the same side of the rifle. The plate on the other side appears to be secure. I've removed the barrel before and it doesn't appear that the damage goes all the way through. I've heard of the sawdust & glue method, but wasn't sure if it would work here since this is...
  20. Aggie1105

    Hawken repair question

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