Patch cutting tool ?

[ChuckJonesWagon]

I’m loading for my new 45 cal flintlocks (rifle and pistol) and find these pre-cut patches a little big.

So, for you guys who “cut yer own” what tool do you use?

Thanks!!

 

[Brokennock]

I’m loading for my new 45 cal flintlocks (rifle and pistol) and find these pre-cut patches a little big.

So, for you guys who “cut yer own” what tool do you use?

Thanks!!

When I use patches and cut my own, I cut them at the muzzle with my belt knife.

If they are already cut into squares I would use scissors and maybe just clip the corners.

 

[Rock Home Isle]

I use pillow ticking as patch material. I cut it into strips, 1.5” wide and a yard in length. I roll it up, soak it in patch lube and carry it in my shooting bag in a waterproof canvas bag.

For use, I start the ball at the muzzle, that cur it off. Perfect patch, nearly everytime.

 

[Phil Coffins]

Another at the muzzle patch cutter, fits any size.

 

[ChuckJonesWagon]

Can’t cut it at the muzzle. Physical limitations prevent that. Gotta have pre-cut or cut them before they touch the muzzle.

 

[Johnny Tremain]

I use a cutter, I like nice round ones.
Bought mine at Buffalo Arms.
I also have a wad maker from the same place.
They sell the veggie wad material also.

 

[1sgt]

I’m loading for my new 45 cal flintlocks (rifle and pistol) and find these pre-cut patches a little big.

So, for you guys who “cut yer own” what tool do you use?

Thanks!!

I precut my patches with a hole saw with the teeth ground off in my drill press. Six layers of cloth make many patches quick and easy.

 

[ChuckJonesWagon]

I precut my patches with a hole saw with the teeth ground off in my drill press. Six layers of cloth make many patches quick and easy.

I’ve watched a few videos on how to make them. I guess my question is do they work easy enough?