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Nov 10, 2023 · I am curious if anyone has any good recommendations for reading up on the history of flintlock African trade guns. I have heard claim they were manufactured with Birmingham and …

Dec 23, 2024 · Considering a first flintlock for hunting in PA and am looking at either a Traditions or Investarms. I have heard some people say that Investarms are better quality and others say that …

Nov 25, 2023 · I have an opportunity to buy a like new Investarm Gemmer Hawken Rifle in .54. I’ve not owned this brand before so I’d appreciate your opinion. Thanks

Jul 22, 2020 · I just bought my first flintlock from a member here, it’s a great starter gun, about a .69 smoothie. Shot it today and have learned a few lessons, make sure you pick, make sure the flint …

Oct 19, 2021 · Is 3F powder suitable as a pan powder when 4F powder is not available for fast ignition?

Jun 1, 2021 · I need a refresher on adjusting the fixed sights on my flintlock. Left and right are pretty straightforward. Up and down, I remember that one direction may...

Nov 17, 2016 · I have a custom flintlock that is not HC. It is a take on an English Sporting Rifle that I use for hunting. The rear sight is an open blade but adjustable. The rifle fell and the rear sight screw …

Feb 19, 2020 · I’m looking forward to learning about flintlocks, their geometry, the different schools producing such distinctive styles and anything I can do to fine tune a lock.I’m particularly interested in …