Tag Archives: flintlock

A good question.

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On the importance of eye protection

Shooting without eye protection may be more authentic, but it’s a considerable risk. he same is true of shooting without hearing protection: blank shots aren’t very loud, but live rounds can damage hearing. Flesh-colored molded plugs won’t stand out, and … Continue reading

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Technical clarification

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Brown Bess and another surly wench

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Brown Bess, the movie

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Not one of Garibaldi’s boys

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Keeping powder dry

As expected, firing flintlocks in a drizzle isn’t a very productive activity. Many misfires.

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