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    Saf-T Unloader CO2

    There are differences in CO2 cartridges. Cartridges manufactured by Daisy or Crosman are made to be used in airguns. They have a small amount of oil in them to lubricate the airgun barrel. CO2 made by Innovations, the manufacturer of the Saf-T Unloader, does not contain oil and is specifically...
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    Saf-T Unloader CO2

    Hank, How many years have you had your unloader? Has using Daisy CO2 caused any problems for the unloader (like advanced wear and tear on the seals)? I'm just trying to figure out if using CO2 that contains oil will cause damage to the unloader. Tradewind
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    Saf-T Unloader CO2

    The Saf-T Unloader is a remarkable invention and much easier than using the rod/screw method when removing a lead ball; however, the CO2 replacement cartridge is expensive. It's 1/2 or 1/3 the cost to purchase a Crosman or Daisy CO2 cartridge than using pure "restaurant grade" CO2; however...
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    Stuck Rod & Misfire

    If a smaller brush is needed to get into the chamber of this .45 cal rifle, what sized brush would I need to get? Also, wouldn't it also mean that using a .45 cal jag with a dry patch would NOT be able to get at the fouling in the chamber area? Thank you.
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    Stuck Rod & Misfire

    Thank you all. Your comments are very helpful. Please continue to share your expertise. My son and I don't have any friends who are into muzzleloaders. We are learning through trial and error. We bought the percussion rifle cheap at an estate sale. We couldn't find any BP but found Pyrodex and...
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    Stuck Rod & Misfire

    Greetings! My son took his 45 cal Lyman muzzleloader to the range for the first time. He experienced two problems: 1) Every 3 - 5 shots, using standard 2 1/2" cotton patches, he would clean his barrel with alcohol patches and follow up with a dry patch. The patches would get stuck in the...
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    Thanks, Icy. I will order a catalog and see what they have.
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    Sorry, Windwalker. My son's rifle is clearly stamped on the barrel - Lyman Plains Rifle. Exactly as discovered by Old Coot. Thanks for your help.
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    Windwalker's rifle looks similar but the Ransum is much nicer than my son's rifle. The Ransum's stock is a darker wood and the trigger guard and lock plate are of higher grade.
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    That's the Plains Rifle! Good job, Old Coot!!! I'm impressed!!! Now, does anyone know where parts can be obtained for the Plains Rifle?
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    The Ranson Rifle looks similar to the Plains Rifle but has a more fancy lock plate. The Plains Rifle also has the name Lyman Stamped on the barrel. Does anyone know how to connect up directly with Investarm?
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    After reviewing pictures on the web, I believe the "Plains Rifle" most closely resembles the Investarms Hawkins. Can someone tell me how to get in touch with Investarms. Thank you.
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    The rifle has only one wedge pin. On the barrel it's inscribed "Plains Rifle." The barrel is 28" in length and Lyman says it has a 1/48" twist.
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    Lyman .45 Cal Plains Rifle

    My son just purchased a Lyman .45 cal Plains Rifle in great condition from a gun show. Subsequently, we learned that the .45 cal rifle is no longer sold and was last produced in the 1970s. Concerned about spare parts, we inquired with Lyman Products and asked if parts (except for the barrel)...
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