Goneshoot'n
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About 10 years ago I had a side job reloading for a couple guys who own a small gun store. They gave me an old cap and ball rifle. I don’t know much about it, not many markings other than “Jukar”. I know it’s nothing special, but I’ve had lots of fun with it over the years. Never thought to scope the barrel until today. It looks like there is quite a bit of rust and putting at the breech end of the barrel. Also a lot more moisture than I thought, I hope it’s just balistol and not water from cleaning. I do use lots of balistol after the soapy water. What concerns me is the gap between the barrel and the breech plug, it’s hard to see how much corrosion is in there. It would be nice if it wasn’t welded… last thing I want is a breech plug coming back in my face at Mach 6. I’m ok with that being the answer to my question, retiring this rifle and buying a new one, but I’ve grown quite fond of this one. But maybe it’s normal? I don’t know. Thoughts? Have a look at my fine photography.
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