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Gatofeo · December 3, 2010, 10:01 PM

See my post, "So You Want A Cap and Ball Revolver?" in the sticky section above. Lots of good info there.
A separate loader is not necessary, in my opinion. Use the one mounted on the revolver. A loading stand that holds the revolver upright, preferably the folding type that is hinged, makes loading easier. The folding variety makes it easy to bring in the shooting box.
Buy a shooting box bigger than you think you'll need. You'll eventually fill it with accessories, and perhaps necessities for other caliber revolvers.
You picked a good revolver to start with. I'm certain you'll enjoy this newfound hobby ... obsession ... quest ... the activity defies definition.

napp · December 4, 2010, 12:16 AM

Gatofeo,

Thank you!

I had to chuckle when you said, "See my post." Heck, I've printed it out; and re-read it so many times that I almost have it committed to memory. For a novice such as myself, your post has been a real treasure trove.

Before I forget, thank you again.

December 3, 2010, 10:01 PM	#26
Gatofeo Senior Member Join Date: October 1, 2004 Location: Remote Utah desert Posts: 224	See my post, "So You Want A Cap and Ball Revolver?" in the sticky section above. Lots of good info there. A separate loader is not necessary, in my opinion. Use the one mounted on the revolver. A loading stand that holds the revolver upright, preferably the folding type that is hinged, makes loading easier. The folding variety makes it easy to bring in the shooting box. Buy a shooting box bigger than you think you'll need. You'll eventually fill it with accessories, and perhaps necessities for other caliber revolvers. You picked a good revolver to start with. I'm certain you'll enjoy this newfound hobby ... obsession ... quest ... the activity defies definition. __________________ "And lo, did I see an ugly cat. Smoke. Brimstone. Holes in parchment. And this ugly cat was much amused." --- The Prophesies of Gatodamus (1503 - 1566)

December 4, 2010, 12:16 AM	#27
napp Senior Member Join Date: November 30, 2010 Location: Georgia Posts: 152	Gatofeo, Thank you! I had to chuckle when you said, "See my post." Heck, I've printed it out; and re-read it so many times that I almost have it committed to memory. For a novice such as myself, your post has been a real treasure trove. Before I forget, thank you again. __________________ napp