Patch Lube Question

[Dphar]

Paul,
Is Dutch still around? Tried to check out his website but, it's down.I understand he had a very effective system.
Thanks
John Ezra

http://www.blackpowderrifleaccuracy.com/custltr.html

But I have little use for something that apparently requires wiping every shot.

Dan

 

[paulvallandigham]

I found his site at: ( Dutch Schoultz)
http://www.blackpowderrifleaccuracy.com/

I just sent him a note, to see if he's okay. He is not in the best of health, but I understood it had to do with his eyes, and not anything worse. He's in Clayton, Missouri, and he's been a true living treasure to this sport. If readers have not ordered his system, do so. Its what he is living on above social security. Someone else is maintaining his website.He is one of those men who has forgotten more than most of us have learned about muzzle loaders.

 

[Swampman]

There's some very interesting stuff on his website. I may have to place an order.

 

[Dphar]

There's some very interesting stuff on his website. I may have to place an order.

The problem I see is water soluble oil which is petroleum and causes a chemical reaction with BP to form a nastier fouling. But he is a TARGET SHOOTER. If by rifle with the same work will shoot into about 6" at 200 with SPG bullet lube on the patch I can't see using his stuff.
I also had a rifle that would shoot into an inch at 100, several times, with Sperm Whale oil and a ball that could be seated with the rod and didn't need wiping.

Dan

 

[Swampman]

The waterless cleaning is what I found most interesting.

 

[John Ezra Jest]

Appreciate the link. I must have had an old one.

John Ezra

 

[paulvallandigham]

I got a note from Dutch today. He's alive and well, and looking to update his website.

I do not use water soluable oil as a lubricant, although a I have a moose milk mixture I made years ago I use solely for cleaning that uses water soluable oil. I would recommend using mineral oil( Ballistol), or Jojoba oil, if you are seeking to immitate Sperm Whale oil, which is not available, now. Olive oil obviously also works. None of these are based in Petroleum products, or by products, so they should not form tars in the barrel and gum up the works.