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Pahoo · September 21, 2015, 02:10 PM

1) Multi-loads:
We have three M/L's that we use for our workshops. Two SideLocks and on In-line. I pre-load one of them, in private and ask each instructor to prepare one for loading. They will locate the loaded M/L while going through their preliminary checks.
2) Shot-Start:
We demonstrate a short-start then turn it into a Dry-Ball. We then discuss how this one is going to turn into a Mis-Fire. We then discuss the options of clearing these. We demonstrate removal with the screw-worm jag on "some" sabot rounds as well as RB's. the real eye-catcher is when we use the CO2 discharger. You will clearly see the patch and RB, fly out. ....

6) Stuck "Anything"
Now this one can sometimes get tricky. We run a dry patch down a partially fouled bore and that demonstrate how hard it is to extract and that is why you "never" want to go there. We have blown out a stuck rod, using the CO2 and two guys pulling, after a good soaking of the bore with Ballistol or #13.
7) Safeties, Locks and Ramrods.
I have a sample of broken Hickory. Also have a spare lock with worn tumbler and fly. The In-line has two safeties that many were not aware of.
4) Hang-Fire:
No engineering required as they just naturally come along. We do ask the instructors to listen for them and what may follow. ....

Be Safe !!!

September 21, 2015, 02:10 PM	#10
Pahoo Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2006 Location: IOWA Posts: 8,783	Engineered Excercises. 1) Multi-loads: We have three M/L's that we use for our workshops. Two SideLocks and on In-line. I pre-load one of them, in private and ask each instructor to prepare one for loading. They will locate the loaded M/L while going through their preliminary checks. 2) Shot-Start: We demonstrate a short-start then turn it into a Dry-Ball. We then discuss how this one is going to turn into a Mis-Fire. We then discuss the options of clearing these. We demonstrate removal with the screw-worm jag on "some" sabot rounds as well as RB's. the real eye-catcher is when we use the CO2 discharger. You will clearly see the patch and RB, fly out. .... 6) Stuck "Anything" Now this one can sometimes get tricky. We run a dry patch down a partially fouled bore and that demonstrate how hard it is to extract and that is why you "never" want to go there. We have blown out a stuck rod, using the CO2 and two guys pulling, after a good soaking of the bore with Ballistol or #13. 7) Safeties, Locks and Ramrods. I have a sample of broken Hickory. Also have a spare lock with worn tumbler and fly. The In-line has two safeties that many were not aware of. 4) Hang-Fire: No engineering required as they just naturally come along. We do ask the instructors to listen for them and what may follow. .... Be Safe !!! __________________ 'Fundamental truths' are easy to recognize because they are verified daily through simple observation and thus, require no testing.