are there any conversions that would work with a 1851 navy? I know the brass frame would mean a need to run lighter loads, but interested in finding out.
Would 28 grains of FFFg Goex be alright to fire in this pistol?
Turns out the premade paper cartridges from Dixie are 28 grains instead of 20.
Thoughts?
Thanks for the info guys.
So basically I am looking at a difference between percussion and flint (the group uses both)
And then stock length.
Are there differentiators with regards to overall gun length? or is that mainly determined by the length of the barrel? Meaning that the poor...
Hi Guys -
Now that I've gotten the pistol I am bitten and am beginning to think of rifles and shotguns.
I found a local group that focuses on 1820-1840 time period for their shoots.
I started looking and realize that I really don't know what the differences are between the types.
Can...
Hi Guys -
I was watching some cowboy action shooting and saw that they were using wax bullets for there fast draw shooting. I went and looked at the brand mentioned and saw how cheap they were and got to thinking about my new C&B pistol.
Is it possible to shoot wax balls? Has anyone done...
Thanks for the information everyone!
Cost me a bit more than intended due to bulk ordering and hazmat fees, but I have a bunch of new toys coming.
Triple K leather holster
1000 remington #10 percussion caps
500 Hornady .454 balls
traditions flask, flask funnel, adjustable measure...
Hi Guys -
My daughter got me a Pietta 1851 brass frame "confederate navy" 44.
I have 1) never owned a gun and 2)never shot black powder but am fascinated with the old style guns and seeing reenactments.
I have a couple of questions as I have seen a ton of information on the web today and...
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