varmintsunlimited
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- Joined
- Jun 9, 2010
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- 13
Hi All-
I am a new BP shooter and need your advice and recommendations. I just acquired a .36 Cal pre civil war era Kentucky squirrel gun from an older gentlemen who claims to have had it in his family for several generations. Anyways-my gun smith installed a new nipple- cleaned it and explained its safe to shoot. What do I do now?
What kind of powder, caps, patches do I use?
What charges should I load- should i be concerned due to the age and load on the lighter side?
What are my options as far as bullets go- what do you recommend?
I appreciate your advice in advance!!
Also- See Pic's- Can anyone tell me who made this rifle or anything in general about it? The lock is stamped with "G.W. LEONARD & SON" "MADISON" "INDY". I can't find anything anywhere. Thanks again!!
I am a new BP shooter and need your advice and recommendations. I just acquired a .36 Cal pre civil war era Kentucky squirrel gun from an older gentlemen who claims to have had it in his family for several generations. Anyways-my gun smith installed a new nipple- cleaned it and explained its safe to shoot. What do I do now?
What kind of powder, caps, patches do I use?
What charges should I load- should i be concerned due to the age and load on the lighter side?
What are my options as far as bullets go- what do you recommend?
I appreciate your advice in advance!!
Also- See Pic's- Can anyone tell me who made this rifle or anything in general about it? The lock is stamped with "G.W. LEONARD & SON" "MADISON" "INDY". I can't find anything anywhere. Thanks again!!