Want a matchlock build or buy?

[PGTMG]

I would like to have a matchlock musket. Should I build it or Buy it?

I have never built a gun but feel I could do it.

Or should I find a builder (if so who)?

Thanks
Paul

 

[preston cook]

read your questions then answer them honestly that will give you the answer :v

 

[widget350]

As trucker said, you really need to answer your first question before moving to the second. One possible answer to the second that many on here tend to recommend is John Buck, though there are others.

 

[PGTMG]

Alright I want to build one.

Can I get a little advice on where I look for parts and reference materials.

Thanks

Paul

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

John Buck might sell you a lock. Ed Rayl will make you a barrel. Googling matchlock muskets will give you some information. Auctions like Hermann Historica will have photos of matchlocks. This is a worthwhile project and worth a little research to get it right. Have fun.

 

[Bubba45]

I have plans for a lock.I did a little build along thing some time back in gunbuilding forum that may give a few ideas.

 

[widget350]

The Rifle Shoppe sells some kits, if your hanker'n to build one a'int in a hurry.

 

[PGTMG]

Ed Rayl will make you a barrel.

Do you have contact information on him. I can only find he is in WV.

I am nervous about the stock work. Does anyone make a stock for a matchlock?

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

This the address I have for him. Information should be able to give you the phone number.

W.E. Rayl Inc.
Otter Lane,
Gassaway, West Virginia.

It just dawned on me that Ben Coogle can make your barrel, too and he's a forum member! P.M. him for info.

 

[PGTMG]

I talked with John Buck and he will make me a stock and would sell me a lock. We spoke only briefly but he was very helpful.

 

[Russ T Frizzen]

By all accounts, John is great guy to do business with--in fact just a great guy in general! Glad you're on your way with this project. :thumbsup: Dan

 

[PGTMG]

Would you be willing to share the plans for the lock with me? I am not confident I could do it but would give it a try.

 

[bioprof]

I think that this is where I got the plans to build the lock on my matchlock:
http://geocities.com/matchlock35/

Also, browse these links for ideas:
http://www.muzzleloadingforum.com/fusionbb/showtopic.php?tid/222426/#Preflint