Traditional Muzzleloading Association
Traditional Firearms => Caplock Long Guns => Topic started by: KDubs on April 14, 2024, 02:44:02 PM
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So it looks like this question is getting lost in my other thread so I'll post here.
Is there any reason to change my current coil spring TC cap lock to a leaf or V spring.
Don't care about HC here.
Is a leaf faster, not as mushy feeling as s coil. More reliable? Easier maintenance?
Looking at 200$.
What would you do?
Kevin
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JMHO, If it works leave it alone! if you're going to spend 200 on a lock, might as well get the rest of a Hawken kit with a good barrel and build a new one or wait for the Kibler Hawken to come out, did you see the vid with the new machine working the tumbler and cutting a pocket for a fly? no need for a fly on the single triggers, just saying, I bet it's the fowler this summer and the Hawken next year!
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I'm with Beav on this one. If you're happy with it's performance, don't F#$% with it! I'm also waiting impatiently for Kibler's new fowler!!! :applaud :applaud :applaud
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I'll keep it coil. Just had to know what others thought.
I too may be waiting on a kibler Fowler. Maybe !
Kevin
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Kevin,
Here is my $.02, not that it matters, but...
If I were wanting to get a smoothie, trade gun, or whatever, I would opt for a Chief's Grade Trade Gun. Smoother lines, a little more drop to the stock, and it is just a prettier gun.
Since the average gun spends about 99% of its time on the wall, I'd just as soon have something that looks better. And the 1% of its time where it is being shot, that should be a pleasant experience and make you smile, rather that frown and curse.
John (Bigsmoke)
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John,
Is anyone making them anymore? a google search just list museum articles and Auction announcements.
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Hey John. Nice pics on the CDA FB page.
I've been told a north star trade gun is the way to go.
Something I'll have to research.
Kevin