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Zathras · September 15, 2010, 09:03 PM

Ok, Boys..now I am reading here about "ballistol".or "moosemilk"..what are they and where do I get them?? and where on this gun do I use them?..
next question..: is it preferrable to use WD 40 in the action???

Denster: I did fix the hand, based on you saying it is supposed to have a significant bow..it all works fine, now ..And your instructions were practically invaluable to this BP newbie..

Again, I guess being a newbie at this, and since all I own are modern revolvers, and semi autos...this seemed a far cry from the usual home plate, gunwise..but make no mistake..I am hooked...I am wild about this gun...and intend to shoot it as soon as I can. but I just want to make sure I keep it well maintenanced and in good firing order.

September 15, 2010, 09:03 PM	#20
Zathras Senior Member Join Date: August 18, 2010 Posts: 208	Ok, Boys..now I am reading here about "ballistol".or "moosemilk"..what are they and where do I get them?? and where on this gun do I use them?.. next question..: is it preferrable to use WD 40 in the action??? Denster: I did fix the hand, based on you saying it is supposed to have a significant bow..it all works fine, now ..And your instructions were practically invaluable to this BP newbie.. Again, I guess being a newbie at this, and since all I own are modern revolvers, and semi autos...this seemed a far cry from the usual home plate, gunwise..but make no mistake..I am hooked...I am wild about this gun...and intend to shoot it as soon as I can. but I just want to make sure I keep it well maintenanced and in good firing order.