Considering building a matchlock

[dkloos]

After reading up on these things, I want one! I own three flintlocks, but I think I'm ready to try shooting something different as well. Do you all recommend building them or buying them? And where would I get the materials for either of those options. Thanks :thumbsup:

 

After reading up on these things, I want one! I own three flintlocks, but I think I'm ready to try shooting something different as well.

VelKom! Isn't low tech great!

Do you all recommend building them or buying them? And where would I get the materials for either of those options. Thanks :thumbsup:

That all depends on your skill level. You can either scourge the timber or buy a piece off Ebay. For a barrel, you can grab one from E-Parts/Numrich or one of the many suppliers listed in the links section. I suggest you take a look at the Pre-Flint Builders list at top of this forum.

CP

 

[Landsknecht]

If you are interested in buying one, look up John Buck in the Pre-flintlock Builder's List on this forum. The quality is high and his prices are moderate. He prefers to take orders by phone, so give him a call.

 

[jderrick]

Are there any kits out there?

 

[spitfire]

Are there any kits out there?

The Rifle Shoppe has the Matchlock Caliver(527)kit.But with anything ordered from TRS expect a very long wait. :hmm:They are listed on the Pre-Flintlock Links page.

 

[magnus wiberg]

If you would like an exact copy of the swedish m/1620, used by Gustavus Adolphus army during the Thirty Years War, I could build you one.
This type was also used by the Swedes and their troops ,that were sent to our former colony of Delaware during the 1630´s to 1650´s.
I´m presently building three of them for customers.
You can see the type on my URL.

Magnus in Sweden