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@@RobertClaus-ev3ct Thanks for reminding me, I almost always do because it’s less complicated, don’t need to figure out which chamber not to cap for one thing. Maybe I just got lucky because we know #6 would have messed up the nice picture (that’s happened more than once). O.R.

@@francisgarner1751 Internet search the Herbert Schmidt Company of Germany. Looks like a good probability this was the company. According to Wiki they made some in 357 caliber. O.R.

@@yourredcomrade717 I agree completely that with the seal (completely) around the ball and added insurance with wad or lube on chamber ends, eliminates it happening from that end. Here’s something to consider. I do a fair job of lubing the chamber ends. Never had a chain fire in over 50 years, with well over 5K shots in the last 5 years. Then bam! Two within a week. Circumstantial evidence points to using DIY caps that had not the best fit, and excessive priming powder along the sides. Just wanted folks reading this to understand there’s a high chance that the nipple end too can disrupt an otherwise uneventful afternoon. Thanks for this comment. O.R.

@@robertrobert7924 And some folks have wondered why I have small tags on some of my guns. Well, let’s just say they aren’t for sale tags, they remind me of how they shoot with certain load and bullet. Sure, I could write it somewhere in some notebook that I won’t be able to find, or even remember that I’ve got. Yup, it’s getting tougher. Keep safe, and have fun with what’s left of summer. O.R.

@@daleweller5193 Excellent. That’s around the time that “Replica Arms” was also advertising and when I got my first BP revolver. A 1861 Navy. They advertised it as “The fastest of the fast”. Of course after watching hundreds of Westerns, that got my attention, hard earned $, I believe $75 which was quite a bit then, and actually makes the prices today quite a good deal. O.R.

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@@patwelsh5561 In my experience having a set-up for cleaning is next in importance to having the guns and the place to shoot. I do probably more shooting then most, and without my set-up (I went too long without) I would shoot them less. An occasional shooter can get-her-done with only an outside bench of course, but you’re wise to get a heads-up about what can be expected and possibly line up some supplies (and tools). On the tools note, good screwdrivers, wooden pin of some sort that can be used to drive the wedge. Basically it’s a little like a repair job. Before you know it you’ve got every tool you own, and half of the neighbors committed to it. Glad to hear about your passion for the Black Powder. O.R.

Maybe, anyway, I sure appreciate your Sub and approval. O.R.

@@kootenaiblades946 Thanks. Haven’t owned (or seen) any conversion stuff till this spring. Always had the desire, along with a flinch because of $, now I understand better why. Quality costs, that’s just the way it is. Glad to hear about the Colt Walker cylinder shooting, I too was surprised. Thinking it may be close enough to Christmas. We only go around once (as far as we know) and need to help keep the economy going. 😉 O.R.

@@jackwagonhoedown4114 Hi. Just wondering if you’ve had any issues with tumbling? The bullet in the 45 Colt brass has to travel a fair distance before entering the throat area of the conversion cylinder. Not much of the nose will be in the throat when the bullet base leaves the case and basically has no side support. Shooting steel at a short distance, and it probably won’t matter all that much, but at 20 yards I had 3-4 of 5 going into the target sideways. Maybe just a bad day. Thanks for the comment. O.R.

@@dangodbout7818 Great information, now I’m glad I didn’t use too much emery on the parts. Thanks again. O.R.

@@robertrobert7924 Interesting to hear. I believe there was a good reason they made stocks for those pistols. They probably had surprisingly good accuracy, otherwise why stock them. O.R.

@@hercules1073 So much to do, and so little time. Wish I could go back to the future and tell myself that 30 years ago. O.R.

@@thorsaxe5881 Hay Dave, no comment, especially from you, is too long, but I get what you’re saying. That is the Lyman 299, if so, I was working with it a few years ago. That is the one of the bullets popular with the 06 shooters. I only have one H&G. It’s for the 44’s, three or four cavity, and it is amazing how well they shoot. Probably shoots better than my 45 colt rifles out of my TC contender. Suppose I’m getting off track here and say take care. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 That 314299 out of my .303 with 25.5 grs of IMR-4227, I get less than a inch at 100yards. Processing those was a long thing to do, I first seated the Gas Checks, then with the punch out rod adjusted all the way down, with a film of sizing lube on the bands, I ran the bullet down (Upside down) in the sizing die, then I removed the lube, I powder coated them and then returned them to the RCBS sizing machine to apply lube in the lube bands, I do that as an extra measure for lubing, plus I can inspect the lube bands for evenness after the bullet comes out of the die, that way I know the shank of the bullet went down and sized straight. I sized them to .314 and loaded them in once fired neck sized S&B brass.

@@thorsaxe5881 OK. I should have realized that the 314 is the diameter. My die probably says 308299, also I’m not familiar with the 303 rifle. I’m impressed by the accuracy of course, but also the work on the bullets. I’ve often wondered how much effect on accuracy if the sizing is not equal on all sides. Thanks for pointing out the importance of this in cast bullet preparation. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 Your show demonstrates that just because a firearm is from a period of the past does not mean that in some way, it's inferior, that is a quality of what you do. Lyman makes a mold in .308 diameter that is the same bullet for standard .30 cal rifles. I have always liked the smooth fast action of the Lee Enfield's. as you know, packaged store bought bullets have extraordinarily shot up in prices. the .303 has fallen into production obscurity because it's not the 60's anymore, cheap .303 Enfield's to sporter into hunting rifles isn't a thing anymore and not many use the .303 as a game getter although there are a few fan's of the caliber. By using cast bullets, I can enjoy my No#4 Mk 2 and save in many ways, the rounds I produce are low cost, the pressures generated are lowered and that makes the brass last a lot longer as the .303 case life is very short with high pressure loadings, the design is its worse enemy being a tapered case that headspaces on the rim. I also save on shots per pound extending the use of the high price we pay for powder, these loadings are around 2000 fps and matches the performance of the Mk-6 ammunition of yesteryear. So, by casting, I can keep well stocked on accurate ammunition for my hole punching days at the range or if I was to use them on ground hogs and varmint's out to 250 yards.- Dave

@@thorsaxe5881 Thanks again Dave for the inspirational information about what you do with the Enfield. Makes me feel like getting back to working with the 308 I have with Enfield action and heavy barrel, days getting shorter, so a project that will need to wait. Again, thanks for getting me “fired up “. O.R.

@@martinkavanagh196 Right, and it won’t get lost in the pocked. 😎. Or

@@doranmaxwell1755 The 230 seemed a little better than the 200, but I need to recheck it. I was shooting the 230 again and am impressed with how well it does, considering that the Walker isn’t exactly designed for this configuration, however I was hoping it would with it’s 1-16 twist, mass, and long sight radius. O.R.

Good points, and well taken. Remember, in the beginning of the video, I was sort of saying something like this. A lot of what you say can be said of most of the conversions. Thing is, also, a lot of this can be said of many, many purchases I've made. I had a weak moment, and a curiosity of how the ACP would shoot in the Walker, sort of like a 4 pound rifle, and didn't need to rake the grass for brass, of use some sort of net on the firearm. That was about it. The good news is that it does have decent accuracy, and can shoot it without the cleaning ritual. Also, did scratch the itch, and never have to worry about shooting least, because only three shoot here: me, myself, and I. Thanks for the comment, and I do agree, not a logical choice for most (especially new) shooters. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 my opinion is tainted by a few things. First.. I have a revolver in 45 acp A minty 1917 made in 18 or 19 Also working for the city way back when I ran a WWTP that had a section that he police used as a range I picked up buckets of once fired 45 acp brass... so much so that I just let the brass lay nowdays Another is that my buddy has a conversion in 45 Colt and it is not really any fun at all.. Also the way that I clean my bp revolvers is pretty simple and fast.

@@doranmaxwell1755 Understandable for sure. Difference likes and dislikes among us makes things interesting and its maybe designed that way. I tend to take interest (there are limits) in what a friend or buddy is doing. What I mean is if my brother was into 1911’s instead of traveling the world, I’d get out my Kimber Grand Raptor and start banging away. I’ll admit that putting a ACP cylinder in a Walker of all things is just, …., but it’s accurate and I got to like that. Not I just need to fix the flat on my wheelbarrow so I can move it around. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 I am the same and what my friends are interested in I check out. At this point I do not own a Walker replica. I own 4 Colt clones in percussion but realize I would need to own at least a dozen more just to have a representative collection to shoot lol. Another thing or two is that I don't own anything in 45 Colt. not really interested in the round considering I shoot a lot of 44 mag and 44 spl. and even 44-40 I have enough trouble keeping the brass sorted without adding the 45 Colt if you know what I mean. So I pretty much ignore any firearm chambered in 45 Colt. The only ones that would tempt would be an original Smith 25 say or a second gen original Colt SAA. Luckily neither has come my way.

Thanks 👍. O.R.

@@tommcqueen3145 Exactly what I was thinking, so I tried it today, and it still knows where the black is. O.R.😁

@@hazcat640 👍O.R.

@@paullewis5045 Thanks Paul, I was having doubts and a little buyer’s remorse at the beginning. I was reluctant to replace the sight, but having a poor sight picture, and having to aim low, I said why not. It didn’t take that long to unsolder and make a new taller one that actually gives a better sight picture. Now I’m liking the results, and need to get to the gym to work on regaining enough muscle to lift it. O.R.

@@The1saturn From what I understand, these replicas were first made to be that, replicas of guns that were not made for cartridges. Some of the originals were converted in the later 1800’s for use of the new black powder cartridges that appeared. These produced less pressure than modern smokeless cartridges that we have today. The steel and design of the originals could not handle this increased pressure of modern cartridges. There is the desire of some shooters to replicate the conversions that were taking place somewhere in the 1880’s, but the issue is that the ammunition now available is not the lower pressure stuff that the originals could digest. Present day makers of the conversion cylinders have available the modern steels to handle pressures, but the reproduction guns made (as mentioned) are reproduction and not designed for the high pressure even if the new cylinders might be. This is the reason for caution in selection of ammunition for them. Current manufacturers could use more modern steel, and in some cases probably do, but we have to remember that the basic design is many cases is still the issue. Hope this helps. O.R.

@@bunkstagner298 👍 It’s somewhat like the saying in golf: Drive for show, putt for dough. O.R.

@@wizbang16 I also used it in the 80’s, but too sparse because I thought its extra weight would affect things. Actually it would have, but for the better, because there needs to be enough to keep the fouling soft. I did a recent test of it against my mixture and it did well, but without the wax, it had a loose “ball movement” in the hot weather. Other than that, it worked fine. O.R.

@@eclectic3618 c Check out Duelist1954 videos. He has a good one on “Replacing the front sight on a 1860 Army”. If you don’t get enough information there, or have some questions, maybe I can help further. O.R.

Hi. I have a video that discusses what I think you are describing. Not sure if you have seen this one. I called it Colt Black Powder Revolvers, and here is the link. ruclips.net/video/LSoeY8k9S5g/видео.html Maybe you can take a look and get back to me with what you think after watching. O.R.

Thanks. I like modern firearms, but can't explain my fascination with the BP, especially the handguns. I don't know how restricted things are In NZ, here we have almost no regulations on the BP stuff, so appears I was born in the right spot. Have a good spring. O.R.

& you have a great Fall matua. Never expected a reply. Tatou 👍 All firearms have regulations here. But no problem if your not upto mischief. Aye BP has an addiction to it.. I think it's the smell? Blackpowder and white smoke.Gard to beat. Take care ehoa . I always love watching your movies:)

@@theticofacous You’re welcome, and thanks for the link - that animation is well done. If OK with you I will pin your comment so others can view the animation. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 Of course

@@seymourwrasse3321 Have never seen that. Possibly some are tightened more, but no noticeable difference. From gun to gun (by age or manufacturer) they of course will vary, but then again are constant across the cylinder. O.R.

@@muskin717 I didn’t think to mention that the bore diameter of the barrel on the 44 caliber guns is usually close to .440, hence why called a 44. The.454 ball will get sized down some by the smaller chambers to maybe .446-448. The extra size is needed for a tight fit and seal. So there is about 3-4 thousands on each side of the ball to go into the rifling. More if the ball “bumps up”, which I doubt happens. A 45 colt will have a larger bore. Why, or when this happened, I have no clue, but it is confusing and the 45 colt will use bullets from .450 to .454, depending on the gun. Hopefully this answers. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 I thought the groove dia. Is larger then the bore dia. .446x.452. Is not the bore dia..452?. I can shoot .452 dia. In my Dragoon 45 colt.

@@muskin717 I hope I’m correct on this, that the bore diameter is the size of the initial hole and then the riflings are cut, but the lands remain bore diameter and will cut into the ball which is over the .440 diameter. O.R.

Yes, one concern is that for whatever reason, the speeds can vary sometimes by 100+, and I'd rather that not end up with that outlier in the 8 or 9 hundreds with the conversion cylinders, which are more or less for plinking anyway. Been enjoying your vids. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 glad to hear it

@oldranger3044 and be reason for this variations but I only 3 basics places to start but again kinda hard to add a lending hand through typing as you know. Good to be cautious. Uum there's a channel called William C Chapin. Today his video was a 30 herrett Thompson center. Caliber not relevant, however he to had the same issues with a couple hundred fps differences in velocity. He talks through some of the potential issues. Don't know if it will help

I had a similar (maybe the same) issue with a conversion cylinder install. As the hammer falls, the leg of the bolt needs to slide over the cam. If this doesn't happen, then when the hammer falls, sort of the reverse thing happens, and the bolt goes back into the situation where it is allowing the cylinder to rotate again, like it does when the gun is being cocked. I can't say how you should handle it of course because, but there are a couple things I did. I don't remember the exact video I did on the issue I had with installing the conversion cylinder, but I showed in that video what I did. I have done it a couple ways, one was to be sure the cam was sloped all the way to the base and there was no ridge at the bottom that the bolt leg could catch on. The other was to but a bevel on the part of the leg that needs to slide over the cam. Look at the video if you can find it, and you can get back to me. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 ok, i will have a look at that video. Thanks again, love your channel and keep those videos coming. Happy Shooting !

@@hercules1073 The Kirst I stumbled upon is for the pietta 1858 and has the cutout frame. Basically nice but being older has the slower twist but does ok. I get your point about the colt styles for your applications. That 45 grains of 777 would be the real load. You can probably be happy it was with a RBall. Availability for the Pietta 51’s are difficult to find now but maybe Kirst is doing them. Probably because there’s a lot of Pietta brass frames out there in 44, and sooner or later someone will need to “find out if they’re lucky” 🙁. Thanks for the info. O.R.

@@oldranger3044 When it comes to the Pietta's a conversion cylinder is interchangeable between the 1860 and 1851 44's. The same is true with some other Pietta frames in 36 to 38 spcl. Pietta has pretty much simplified their frame production and although they may not be exact replicas it does almost guarantee good barrel to frame fit with modern production Pietta's... not a hundred percent, but pretty close. I have gotten a couple bad ones in the past few years.