Tag Archives: musket

Project Appleseed

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Oleg Volk

Project Appleseed has long been the go-to for rifle marksmanship training. They are now gradually phasing in handgun marksmanship training. Rifle instruction remains top-notch. Historic education is addressed through lectures and reenactors. The training benefits young and old, newbie and … Continue reading →

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Brown Bess and another surly wench

Posted on February 7, 2015 by Oleg Volk
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Brown Bess, the movie

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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Not one of Garibaldi’s boys

Posted on April 22, 2011 by Oleg Volk
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Keeping powder dry

Posted on April 4, 2011 by Oleg Volk

As expected, firing flintlocks in a drizzle isn’t a very productive activity. Many misfires. Last year’s visit to Boston also reminded me that Massachusetts’ gun laws have become significantly more oppressive since 1775. The much-maligned British Crown cared less about … Continue reading →

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