powder flasks

[TheBigAR2003]

has anybody used the adjustable walker flask from cabelas?
does it work well or is there another type of flask that most people recommend?
all i have is a cheap plastic flask and i want one that has a measured spout on it.

 

[Mike OTDP]

Use a separate powder measure, it's safer. I personally use the cylindrical flasks, they are easier to fill.

 

[TheBigAR2003]

i have a separate powder measure now and a cheap plastic flask but i was looking into getting something nicer and that seemed like the nicest one i could find on the net

 

[doubleh]

I haven't used the one from Cabela's but I have one that looks identical to that one. Honestly, it's not so hot. In fact I don't even try to use it anymore. I use a simple flask and powder measure.

 

[CAMPBELL49T]

Ar, I have one,too. It is a Walker flask, is yours the kind then can hold balls to? Of course it is you already new it was a Walker. I have one I don't use. I display it with my Colt Dragoon. Because I don't have a Walker.
Do what the other fellow does use a round brass one.

 

[BullRunBear]

I had a similar flask when I started shooting black powder over 20 years ago. I found the shape awkward to hold, especially with cold hands, and the tiny screws were a pain to deal with. Since then I use the cylindrical flasks that take different size spouts which screw in place, one cylinder for each size of powder. I still always load from a measure, even when charging a revolver.

While it's not nice looking, I sometimes use a plastic pour cap on the pound can of BP, dispensing into a measure. When at a bench competition where 60 or more shots might be fired, it's convenient. And cheap. A matter of whatever works.

 

[madcratebuilder]

has anybody used the adjustable walker flask from cabelas?
does it work well or is there another type of flask that most people recommend?
all i have is a cheap plastic flask and i want one that has a measured spout on it.

The flask pictured is the Walker flask and is also seen with the Dragoons. It does have an adjustable spout. The more common battle flags flask is not adjustable but you can change the spouts. You can buy 'sets' that well have several sizes. There are several styles of flasks with different designs embossed in the metal. The different designs are generally associated with certain revolvers. Never, never leave two flask alone in a draw, they well breed and before you know it you well have flask overload.

 

[CAMPBELL49T]

madcratebuilder, You are wrong about the overload...I think you will end up with a litter. You know the ones I'm talking about. Them little ones that theflash boys use. big enough litter you can make some money

 

[CAMPBELL49T]

madcratebuilder, You are wrong about the overload...I think you will end up with a litter. You know the ones I'm talking about. Them little ones that theflash boys use. big enough litter you can make some money

 

[scrat]

The Flask pictures or one of the brass or copper ones is way better than the plastic ones. Problem is the plastic ones can build up static. Now this is not a problem with production black powder as it is coated with graphite can be a problem with the home brew stuff. I personally like the spout measures. i have used both seperate powder measures and the ones that screw on to the tips of the flask. I found the measures to be consistant. And such i use them. Looks way better than a black plastic flask that says cabelas. i got one of those too. it still in the package it came with. If it was good in 1847 and it worked than its good for me too.

 

[StrawHat]

I have a couple of flasks, the Walker style, some bag flasks, and some originals. The Walker works but I don't bother using it to hold balls. The measure can be adjusted, but needs a second nut to make sure the adjustment stays constant. Once adjusted and locked it has held true. I also use the type with interchangeable spouts. Each flask is dedicated to a specific charge and once adjusted, I don't mess with them.

 

[madcratebuilder]

I've done the same as StrawHat, a dedicated flask to a specific charge or revolver. I try to match the flask to the gun. I have some originals and 2nd gen Colts with some older imports. Some of the Pedersoli flasks are pretty nice.

 

[GENTLEMAN OF THE CHARCOAL]

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[Smilin Jack]

Small flask

Yes, use a separate powder measure... don't want the flask to blow if a spark is in the barrel or cylinder.

I made a very small flask to carry in my small (camera bag) possibles bag for hunting. Made it from 1" copper plumbing pipe, some copper sheet metal and a short piece of 3/8" copper tube and some solder.

It holds enough powder for about 10 rifle shots with hunting loads.

Dave

 

[Peter M. Eick]

I use that flask and my only complaint is it is too small. If you are filling full loads you will empty it out before the gun cruds up enough to stop shooting. I like mine and it works well.

 

[Fingers McGee]

I use a Silver Plated Florentine flask (http://www.trackofthewolf.com/Categ...tId=1&subId=11&styleId=32&partNum=FLASK-FLORE ) with measured spouts for my C&B revolvers. Flask holds enough to charge two pistols for six or seven CAS stages. C&Bs don't need to worry about embers in a chamber as long as you're not using paper cartridges.

 

[madcratebuilder]

C&Bs don't need to worry about embers in a chamber as long as you're not using paper cartridges.

+1
A little common sense goes a long ways.

 

[robhof]

I've got one small copper flask for my Baby Dragoon and the rest are made from various horns; buffalo, cow, pronghorn and deer for primer fills. I get the parts from Track of the Wolf and make them to work the best way for me. The horns are either harvested or bought on Ebay.