Guys,
Does anyone make a replacement lock for a Lyman Deerstalker? I've been shooting this rifle much and it is fairly reliable, but I'm looking to make it more consistent in ignition. It looks like my frizen is gouged pretty good (feels rough under my thumb). I'm thinking a new lock would help me out. I'm using goex 3f powder and 3/4" Tom Fuller flints (works well for range work)....but I do get the occasional failure to fire (no flash in the pan)......I'd say once in every eight shots or so. Do you guys think a new lock is in order? I've been trying all the tricks I've read about on here (keeping the flint sharp, keeping the pan smooth/dry, banking the powder away from the touch hole, etc...). Thanks for your input.
BlueDuck
Does anyone make a replacement lock for a Lyman Deerstalker? I've been shooting this rifle much and it is fairly reliable, but I'm looking to make it more consistent in ignition. It looks like my frizen is gouged pretty good (feels rough under my thumb). I'm thinking a new lock would help me out. I'm using goex 3f powder and 3/4" Tom Fuller flints (works well for range work)....but I do get the occasional failure to fire (no flash in the pan)......I'd say once in every eight shots or so. Do you guys think a new lock is in order? I've been trying all the tricks I've read about on here (keeping the flint sharp, keeping the pan smooth/dry, banking the powder away from the touch hole, etc...). Thanks for your input.
BlueDuck