Wheellock Reliability

[wulf]

A long time ago I gave up the idea of using pyrate
because of what I heard. Others were using welders
flint [ferriseum sic]. I had pretty good luck with
them until now when I contacted FireSteel.com and
ordered several 3/16 X 3" sticks. I cut them to
size and insert in a brass block in the jaws of
the dog..Very hot compared to what I had used...I
can get ten flashes in a row and that is only because
I stopped there. These Fire sticks last very long
and I rotate them a quarter turn every few shots..
I am very satisfied and will continue using them.
Very inexpensive AND very available.Contact Ron
Fontaine at FireSteel.com. He has various sizes
and lengths...I hope I didn't break any rules with that address.
Wulf

 

[wulf]

Good post Wulf. Nice hearing from you...I think I
will try one in a flintlock action. Should spark
really good. Stay tuned....

 

[robinghewitt]

http://www.ebay.fr/itm/Pierres-brutes-pyrite-cubique-0-5-a-1-5-cm-20-grammes-/151752482062?hash=item2355271d0e

Raszpla, are you back or was that a flying visit?

Can I send you my wheel lock for fixing? :thumbsup:

 

[wulf]

Notice the back angle on the dog..that is to prevent
the spray from the vent from damaging the pyrate or
ferrocerium sticks. Works for me..
Wulf

 

[raszpla]

Yes - of course. solid, good contact with me is here - https://www.facebook.com/bolek.maciaszczyk or https://www.facebook.com/Bolek-Maciaszczyk-Wheellock-and-Matchlock-806960256092077/timeline/ or [email protected]

 

[dave_person]

Hi Raszpla,
I just heard that your shop was destroyed by fire. I am so sorry to hear that and hope you can get back in business as quickly as possible. We are thinking of you and wish you all the best.

dave

 

[BillinOregon]

Dave, very sorry to hear this. Raszpla, you have my sympathy and best wishes!

 

[raszpla]

already restored my workshop. Thank you all for helping people.

THANK YOU VERY MUCH

 

[TNHillbilly]

Hopefully we can all look forward for some new 'eye candy' for Christmas! Best Wishes!

 

[Teleoceras]

TN Hills Guy:

Well, I am sending him my lock mechanism from my Wheellock, because I just for the life of me can't get that thing to spark right.

Slowmatch Forever!
Teleoceras

 

[raszpla]

Thank you very much :wink: :hatsoff: