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Bravo25 · October 28, 2005, 10:26 AM

One thing I really like about the 1858 New Model Army is that it has a strong frame. With the exception of the screws, (and they can be scavenged) almost everything else can be made by the owner. Ammo, springs, internal parts hammer etc. So if you were ever in a need to be completely self reliant this would be a good choice. Of course make sure you have plenty of powder, and primers on hand. IMHO

October 28, 2005, 10:26 AM	#18
Bravo25 Senior Member Join Date: June 19, 2005 Location: Kansas Posts: 432	One thing I really like about the 1858 New Model Army is that it has a strong frame. With the exception of the screws, (and they can be scavenged) almost everything else can be made by the owner. Ammo, springs, internal parts hammer etc. So if you were ever in a need to be completely self reliant this would be a good choice. Of course make sure you have plenty of powder, and primers on hand. IMHO __________________ If more laws restricting our rights will make us free from harm, why aren't we safe yet? We are only less free. When faced with impossible overwhelming odds, prudance would dictate the only thing left is to figure out what is possible, and to do it. Punishment for all crimes should increase until the recitivism rate approaches zero.