The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - want to build, buy or customize a "reliable" flint lock

fineredmist · June 30, 2009, 07:32 AM

1. The flint shown in the photo is need of replacement.
2. You load the main charge before you prime the pan.
3. You don't tamper or hammer a ball, you push the ball down to the charge and with steady pressure you compress the charge. Hammering will deform the ball and accuracy will suffer.
4. It requires little powder to prime the pan and you will need to experiment a bit to find the right amount. Too much powder is as bad as too little. The powder is placed in the "dish" of the pan and not placed in the touch hole.
5. It is a learning experience that requires a good deal of patience.
6. Do some research for "Flintlocks" on the web and you will get all the detailed information you need.

7. Flintlocks can and do "HANGFIRE" so be extremely careful if you have a "flash" and no "Bang". Keep it pointed down range and wait a minute or two before reprimeing.

June 30, 2009, 07:32 AM	#8
fineredmist Senior Member Join Date: November 2, 2008 Location: Wethersfield, ct Posts: 128	1. The flint shown in the photo is need of replacement. 2. You load the main charge before you prime the pan. 3. You don't tamper or hammer a ball, you push the ball down to the charge and with steady pressure you compress the charge. Hammering will deform the ball and accuracy will suffer. 4. It requires little powder to prime the pan and you will need to experiment a bit to find the right amount. Too much powder is as bad as too little. The powder is placed in the "dish" of the pan and not placed in the touch hole. 5. It is a learning experience that requires a good deal of patience. 6. Do some research for "Flintlocks" on the web and you will get all the detailed information you need. 7. Flintlocks can and do "HANGFIRE" so be extremely careful if you have a "flash" and no "Bang". Keep it pointed down range and wait a minute or two before reprimeing.