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[Montey812]

I have a Charles Daly side lock. It appears someone changed out the #11 nipple with some other type of ignition. Took it to a gun shop and they never seen it before. It came with caps but it definitely is not set up for them. Anyone know what it is?

 

[bubba.50]

It is what is known as a 'mag-spark'. you unscrew the top & use a pistol primer for a cap, for every shot.

 

[user 49399]

I had one on a rifle once upon a time. They’re a royal pain. I threw it away and installed a #11 nipple.

 

[Eric Krewson]

I think it takes a 209 shotgun primer, like everyone else in the 70s I had one. It is a one shot deal and then you have to spend some time prying the 209 out with your knife, they don't come out easily or at least mine didn't. I trashed it in short order.

 

[Montey812]

I ordered a #11 nipple. Hopefully it fits.