Removing the barrel from a 32 Pedersoli Pennsylvania Flinter

[wby340]

I just recently acquired a 32 caliber Pedersoli Pennsylvania flintlock rifle. I'd like help on how to get the barrel off in order to put a light coating of water repellent grease on the underside. My other flinters have wedges, so removal is quite easy. The Pedersoli has what appears to be 3 small pins holding it in place. I have a brass center punch that would fit the pin diameter but not sure what else needs to be done. Many thanks!

 

[Jim Evans]

Here is an exposed view of Your Rifle ,
Just tap out the Barrel pins,not the Thimble Pins, and you will release the barrel.

 

[Jim Evans]

Also the Tang bolt needs removed.

 

[wby340]

Thanks, Sr Chief. Guess I need to invest in a small brass or rubber hammer as the barrel did not budge once everything was removed. I'll try tapping on the muzzle to gently loosen it. This is my first flinter with pins, so it's new to me. Barrels with wedges are so much easier!

 

[Swamp Rat]

if you sure your have everything released. Turn the gun upside down hold the barrel end and Ever so gently tap the butt end on a carpet floor. should release.

the more horizontal to the floor the better.

 

[Billnpatti]

Rather than using any kind of grease, use plain old wax. grease can get into the wood of your stock and can cause problems. You can use an automobile paste wax or floor paste wax. De-grease your barrel and then put on three or four coats leaving time for the wax to dry between coats. Polish your barrel after each coat and buff to a shine. This will produce a long lasting protective coating. At the same time, put some wax in the barrel channel to protect the wood. Several coats there as well done the same way. Wax applied to these areas will protect your barrel and stock from water damage. Of course, it is up to you to try your best not to get water in the barrel channel in the first place. But, a good wax job will give you some long protection. Forget the grease idea 'cause it ain't a good one. Use wax. :thumbsup:

I like to apply a light coat of paste wax to the outside of my stock and buff it every time I clean my gun. It is just part of my routine cleaning procedure. This just protects my stocks and keeps them looking good.

 

[Jim Evans]

Did you get all 3 Barrel pins and the Tang screw out?

 

[wby340]

Yes, got all 3 pins and tang screw. Turned gun upside down and gently wrapped shoulder end on carpet. Out she popped! Going to take Billnpatti's advice and use car wax on underside. Since is the first cleaning of the gun since I got it a few days ago, I'm hoping the wax will do the trick so as to not have to take the darn thing apart so often!

 

[Jim Evans]

:thumbsup:
Yes Wax is the way to go for myself also.

 

[Rifleman1776]

Yes, B&P waxed wise by suggesting wax. :thumbsup:
No need to take apart with every cleaning. Do yer regular cleaning and there may never again be a need to take barrel out.
My favorite flint long rifle has had barrel out twice in 45 years.