I went out on tues. to do a little target shooting. I wanted to try some shots with some pillow ticking that I got at a fabric store. Now my CVA Bobcat manual...
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dlfrein
Aug 16, 2003 3:19 pm
Try this artice: http://blackpowderonline.com/NOV02BrrlHdWy.htm One eye...
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dlfrein
Aug 16, 2003 3:17 pm
Here is some information I found on another board. It was posted by Don Getz. "After studying many longrifles, you will find that it is difficult to find a...
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dlfrein
Aug 16, 2003 3:11 pm
gv2shooter, thanks for asking the very questions I have. The balance explanation makes sense, but the term is rather confusing. This description reminds of...
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gv2shooter
Aug 16, 2003 1:57 pm
Hi guys! It's my turn to ask a stupid question. So is a swamped barrel just a tapered barrel, or does it taper down, then taper back out to it's original...
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Dour Celt
dourcelt
Aug 16, 2003 1:29 pm
I have a swamped .54 Getz barrel that is 44 inches long. The rifle overall is 60 inches. Swamping the barrel gives you a better balance point and keeps the...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 16, 2003 3:28 am
Hi One Eye, You know, I have often wondered the same thing myself and I have no idea why. What were they thinking? Obviously there is no ballistic advantage...
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dlfrein
Aug 16, 2003 12:13 am
Okay, first dumb question. What is a "swamped" barrel?? Thanks. One eye...
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dlfrein
Aug 15, 2003 11:34 pm
Arthur, thanks for the information. I am going to look for those books online tonight. I just bought a book about the Western Pennsylvania gunmakers too. I...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 15, 2003 6:42 pm
Hi Dan, I would be glad to build you a Kentucky or Tennesee flintlock, even though I specialize in Hawken rifles, I want to branch out and try some new...
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Dour Celt
dourcelt
Aug 15, 2003 2:34 pm
One eye, A good place to start is your local library. Check out COLONIAL FRONTIER GUNS by T.M. Hamilton and EARLY AMERICAN FLINTLOCKS by David D. Hartzler and...
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dlfrein
Aug 15, 2003 2:58 am
I have been lurking for awhile, but I haven't wanted to post as I waiting to learn what the protocol is for this board. I am very new to blackpowder, so I am...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 14, 2003 8:20 pm
Hi gv2! Yes we're still out here! I was wondering the same thing as I have not had any blackpowder questions for a week. I just like to be there for the new...
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gv2shooter
Aug 14, 2003 8:23 am
To anyone out there !!!! Had a great time last weekend finding the best load for my CVA Bobcat. I think I ran into every problem from forgetting to load ...
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Dour Celt
dourcelt
Aug 10, 2003 12:28 pm
For my muzzleloading safety courses I use a one inch diameter bulls eye at 25 yards to teach sight alignment and "holding after the first pop from the pan."...
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gv2shooter
Aug 10, 2003 5:55 am
Hello muzzleloaders!! I got a question for anyone in the group. I'm zeroing in my CVA Bobcat rifle, and using a 25 yd. handgun size target. The bullseye is...
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gv2shooter
Aug 5, 2003 7:09 pm
Hi Greg Thanks for the info about the Sacramento and Lincoln Gun clubs. If you're interested, there is a unsupervised range that is monitored by the Fish &...
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gv2shooter
Aug 5, 2003 3:17 pm
Hi Greg- Thanks for the info on the clubs. I was realy more interested in a more open area to shoot. I'm from Grass Valley, and by the time I made my way to...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 5, 2003 12:40 am
Yes, the rule for length of pull is from the crook of the elbow to the trigger finger. This sounds good but there is more. A long pull on a heavy kicking...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 5, 2003 12:16 am
Hi Chris, The best place to shoot around here is the Sacramento Gun Club out at Rancho Murietta. I belonged to the Lincoln Gun Club for several years, but they...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 5, 2003 12:15 am
Hi Chris, The best place to shoot around here is the Sacramento Gun Club out at Rancho Murietta. I belonged to the Lincoln Gun Club for several years, but they...
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gv2shooter
Aug 4, 2003 6:35 pm
Hi Greg! Thanks for the info on using percale sheets for patches. By the way, your web site looks great. I plan to get back to it and really see what services...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 4, 2003 5:24 pm
Hi Larry, Those packaged complete kits are the best way for people to get started in muzzle loading as everything you need is included except the powder and...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 4, 2003 5:14 pm
Hi Chris- Sounds like you'll have a lot of fun with your new rifle. All of my blackpowder guns have the traditional hand rubbed walnut stocks, however I have...
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gv2shooter
Aug 4, 2003 5:06 pm
Hello I'm new to this group, but I have done other types of shooting. If you're talking about the optimum length of your rifle stock, than I do have a comment....
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gv2shooter
Aug 4, 2003 6:05 am
Hi Larry! I'm a newbie to the group, and I spotted your posting. I just bought the CVA Bobcat and I'm in the process of test firing it. All in all it seems a...
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gv2shooter
Aug 4, 2003 5:47 am
Hello Muzzleloaders!!! My name is Chris and I'm new to the group. I've just purchased a CVA 50 cal. Bobcat rifle with a synthetic stock. If anyone out there...
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greg marts
gmarts_1999
Aug 3, 2003 10:04 pm
Hi John, A 1/48 twist barrel is for patched round balls. You could shoot a sabot or conical in the barrel, but the accuracy would be mediocre because the...
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Rick DeWitt
badwrench13
Aug 3, 2003 9:25 pm
A 1:48 barrel has an intermediate rate of twist and will fire conicals or a patched round ball. For deer hunting, the conical is best, it carries more weight...
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John
jboshk65
Aug 2, 2003 11:07 pm
Hello everyone. I'm new to this type of firearm and I need to know what type of bullet to match up to a 1/48 twist barrel. I just bought a T/C Hawken and I...
