Traditional Muzzleloading Association
Craftsmanship => Accoutrements => Topic started by: KDubs on October 07, 2021, 08:47:00 PM
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Figured while I wait for my KNO3 and sulfur to arrive I'd work on balls n boards for the .62 Fowler.
Still having trouble finding #11s locally so better get the flintlock tuned up I guess.
Kevin
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Looks like you are having way too much fun. Nice job on the loading block.
John (Bigsmoke)
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Thank you sir.
I see the blocks robd makes and I've been wanting to make a few.
Just more stuff on my plate.
Kevin
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I've got a couple of Rob's loading blocks and they're top-notch! :bl th up
You did well also and those balls are sure purdy! :applaud
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Thank you.
I'm still learning my furnace . the balls have some wrinkles or sometimes a divet. I have a IR thermometer but not sure I use it correctly.
Just a hell of a lot of fun for me to be out in the shop.
Kevin
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New bag too.
Kevin
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NICE! :hairy
~Kees~
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Thank you.
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This is my favorite block so far. Maple with a small perc cap holder stuffed with raw lambs wool. Natural waterproofing.
Kevin.
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Now, those loading blocks are cool ! !
Nice work, Kevin ! :hairy
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Man, I saw the shot of the loading block with the percussion caps in it and I thought they were mini muffins. :luff:
You can tell where my mind is. At least part of the time.
Heck, making a bag like that might qualify you to get a part time job at October Country? :bl th up
All in all, it looks like you have been having a good time out in the shop.
Keep it up with the round ball casting. I think wrinkles signify the lead is a bit cool. Look for about 700 degrees and see what happens.
John (Bigsmoke)
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I was just over there getting some flints
I could certainly learn a thing or two from their leather work.
That would be a fine job indeed.
This muzzleloader stuff has given me new purpose it seems.
Kevin
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Wow! You have what many of us call, "good stuff"! I've been casting ball around 55 years and never have worried over a few minor wrinkles, which, IMHO, come with the territory. Since I don't shoot matches - where it might make a difference - I find them as accurate as "perfectly" cast ball.
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What Hanshi said!
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Thanks all.
I didnt think the wrinkles would effect anything.
I just have this issue with making things and then focusing on the mistakes I made. It's a curse.
All's good, made some home made BP and that goes whoosh some I'm happy.
I have a new idea for a loading block so stay tuned.
Kevin
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When I was shooting my October postal target using the rebuild CVA Bobcat, the first shot wouldn't go off. It has been so long since I shot a percussion rifle I neglected popping a cap or two before loading and of course, the antechamber and bolster must have had oil in them. Anyway, I ended up pulling the ball with the ramrod. The puller screwed into the ball and made a fine mess of it. I didn't want it to go to waste so when I reloaded I used the "screwed up" ball for a sighting shot. It went dead center in the target I was using at 25 yards so I don't think the wrinkles will make much difference unless you are a very serious target shooter!
~Kees~
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Was a nice looking bag as well! :hairy
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Thanks for inspiring me, Kevin - I made one of your loading blocks for myself. :toast
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Its all good stuff ain't it. :yessir:
Kevin