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kflach · November 12, 2009, 11:52 AM

I've been firing caps over empty chambers each shooting session prior to shooting my 58 Remmie. I'd read that that's a good thing to do to make sure everything is clear before you load up with BP.

I know some people use a nipple pict to accomplish the same thing.

Is there any advantage to one method over the other?

Can I use just a long straight pin instead of an 'official' nipple pick? I'm guessing that all I'd really have to do is stick it through the firing hole on each nipple, wiggle it round a bit and then put the nipple to my lips and blow air through it. That will save me a little money on caps over time.

November 12, 2009, 11:52 AM	#1
kflach Registration in progress Join Date: July 15, 2009 Location: DFW, Texas Posts: 99	Nipple Pick vs. Caps I've been firing caps over empty chambers each shooting session prior to shooting my 58 Remmie. I'd read that that's a good thing to do to make sure everything is clear before you load up with BP. I know some people use a nipple pict to accomplish the same thing. Is there any advantage to one method over the other? Can I use just a long straight pin instead of an 'official' nipple pick? I'm guessing that all I'd really have to do is stick it through the firing hole on each nipple, wiggle it round a bit and then put the nipple to my lips and blow air through it. That will save me a little money on caps over time.