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Recently I viewed a film where a resident of Florida, stated that all he had to demonstrate, in order to get his permit, was to "index" a handgun. He stated that this was all that was required and the permit as his. I only ask because I really have to question his agenda as the film was...

I know it's late in the game but I just got a copy of; The Muzzle Loading Cap Lock Rifle by Ned Roberts. Sure wish I could have discovered it a long time ago. For those of you that are just getting started or any "Old Front Stuffer" you have to go a long way to find a more comprehensive...

Ran across this item and found it very interesting, although not to the tune of what is being asked. Thought that you "FrontStuffers" might find this interesting as well. .... :)...

In all my years of working with M/L long-guns, I have never run into a "Keyed" and "Pinned" wedge but have read about them. That is until my latest acquisition. A Pedersoli SxS in 12Ga. I knew it was going to be there as soon as I pulled the barrel. Sure enough, there it was and a pretty neat...

While reviewing a recent post on a Traditions Derringer, I ran across this video and found it quite interesting. Looks to me like the M/L version if Bond arms. Have any of you ever shot one of these and are they available, in this country. I have pretty much struck out on my internet search. Any...

On my progression through this leaning curve called muzzleloaders, I have found that there are folks who just want to load, shoot and have fun. Then there are those idea of fun, is to nitpick every aspect of this Great Adventure. Nothing wrong with that as that is just the way we are. I was...

Danish Madsen Model 1947 "Columbian rifle" Currently looking at one and would like a better idea of what these go for. They seem to have an interesting history. You just don't see many of these come up for sale for a point of reference. ..... :confused: As always, any and all responses would be...

Recently, we sponsored an M/L Workshop for certified hunter safety instructors. CVA was kind enough to support our efforts and for that I truly thank them. ..... :) There are many manufacturers that are have programs in place to assist instructors. Don't hesitate to ask. ..... ;) Be Safe !!!

Last evening, in the process of finding one good TV program, out of 100, I ran across this program on a Flintlock maker by the name of Wallus Gussler. Not only was it the best program of the evening but probably of the month. This guy is absolutely amazing and representative of many of his kind...

Ran across and old ghost from the past. It's a "Kadooty". No, not Howdy Doody. I first saw a couple of these at Friendship. Thought they were kind of interesting but personally have never used one. Basically it's a loading tool that insures that you have your PRB or projectile, firmly seated...

I've been debating whether or not to post this question as it's too easy to create spitting contests and that is not what I'm after. I have my own M/L loading and shooting technique and try to promote safety rules/guidelines. I also observe others technique and until certain safety rules are not...

As I have stated before, traditional SideLocks touch my heart. One of my favorites are the TC-Senecas. I have seen them with bad stock and rusted out bores. Had never had a problems with the locks until lately. It had a worn Tumbler. Thought about having the worn spots re-welded but determined...

Please reccomend a Soft-Case, for rifle with scope. I have a number of hard cases for rifles and shotguns but not many for larger scoped rifles. I've been shopping over the internet and two that keep popping up, are BullDog and NcStar. I have only handled the BullDogs and they seem strurdy...

Background; Visited a large shorting goods store and looked at there large selection of AR's. In the course, the gun-counter guy, showing and explaining the differences, pointed to one and said that it was a 5.56 as opposed to a .223-Rem. Then he said that you have to make sure your AR will...

Was not sure where to post this but felt that it is important enough to do so. As some of you know, I teach Hunter Ed, in Iowa and I take this very personal and in fact, it really ticks me off. The last Iowa fatality, was in 2010 and now we have one and it happened with a muzzleloader. Fellas...

Thought I'd start a new thread in hopes that it would catch on better than the last. My question is; How did you get hooked on M/L's; preferably but not exclusive to SideLocks. .... :) Back in the late 70's, I was deep into archery. Shot competition and hunted every year. My hunting buddy and I...

Did not want to hi-jack Dennis's post on handy accessories so thought I'd start one on some that are not as handy. Let's keep in mind that this is only our opinion and perhaps there are no bad answers. I never question a man's loading technique and tools, unless there are safety concerns. ...

At one of our local Iowa gun shows, there was a woman walking around, carrying an 1863 Sringfield percussion, with mounted bayonet. Being a bit curious, I asked her if it was an orignal. She said; I believe it is. I don't want to sell it and if I knew it's worth? I looked it over and determined...

Through my progression on this learning curve, I have owned and worked with many .22LR rifles. I'm currently working on a "Vintage" Stevens Semi-Auto .22. Like many of it's kind, this one will shoot LR's in semi-auto and shorts, as a bolt. It's tube fed and if I wish, I can alternate the ammo...

Lately have been involved locally, with debates on defense ammo. I think we can agree that the .45ACP and .40, will get the job done and the 9mm, is marginal to some folks. For those of us who have shot all three and settled on the 9mm, what ammo do you recommend for self defense purposes...