Thank you so much for sharing that primary source with us! It's always fascinating to demystify mechanical failures and learn how much you can do to ensure consistent performance in your equipment.
"Remarks on Rifle Guns" by Ezekiel Baker, 1823. Is this the book you are reading from? If so I'll have to add this one to my collection! Thanks for the new content!!
Amazon has ""Remarks on Rifle Guns" by Ezekiel Baker, 1823" for $32 U.S. + S&H, but I have to assume that you found it before making your comment. Thank you for giving the book info that you did!
What a bonus, keep them coming! I recently finished forging my own lock and have had to change and move and adapt various parts to get it to work reliably. The tiny detail that may cause issues is quite incredible for such a basic mechanism. These last two videos are much appreciated.
That’s awesome! Do you have the books “Journal of Historical armsmaking technology”? I got mine off of eBay. There’s several volumes. But volume 1 goes into detail about all the fine details of filework to get the lock to function properly.
@ Thanks for the reply! I don’t have those books but I will search for them. I only very recently was introduced to the delights of the flintlock but am a man possessed! I have made my lock by screen shots off of you tube and the various sites on the internet.
@ those books have actual size parts in there so you can trace them and make the parts. Very handy. You can also buy a lock like from Jim Chambers and use it to copy all your handmade parts. Change a few little details to make it your own.
@ you got what it takes to have a great channel. Keep it primitive with a well used look , and original documentations…..you will have success. So many muzzleloading RUclipsrs look too clean, slick , and polished . You have the correct look about you. Not fake and made up right out of a Jas Townsend Catalog look..
If the springs are weak, I just reharden them. A propane torch should work it works for me. But you must know what you are doing to achieve success. Maybe do a video to enlighten those that do not yet know.
I sure will when I go to making springs or like you said, fixing a weak spring. You’re absolutely right sir, if it’s not broke, it can be reheated and fixed properly.
Hey Jeffrey. I apologize, but I know nothing on that lock or the name. I’ll try to do some research for ya and see what I can find. My email is goldenmeanflintlocks@gmail.com if you’d like to send me some pictures of it.
Thank you. She enjoys it as well! She runs a wedding venue though which keeps her really busy on the weekends while I usually go to events when I can. It’s hard to find weekends that work for both of us to go to events together.
Thank you so much for sharing that primary source with us! It's always fascinating to demystify mechanical failures and learn how much you can do to ensure consistent performance in your equipment.
Yes it is! You’re very welcome! And thank you for watching!
"Remarks on Rifle Guns" by Ezekiel Baker, 1823. Is this the book you are reading from? If so I'll have to add this one to my collection! Thanks for the new content!!
Amazon has ""Remarks on Rifle Guns" by Ezekiel Baker, 1823" for $32 U.S. + S&H, but I have to assume that you found it before making your comment. Thank you for giving the book info that you did!
Yes. It says on the book, “Bakers remarks on the rifle”. It’s an excellent book.
@bobvines00 that’s it. It says “Bakers remarks on the rifle” on the book. It’s an excellent read.
What a bonus, keep them coming! I recently finished forging my own lock and have had to change and move and adapt various parts to get it to work reliably. The tiny detail that may cause issues is quite incredible for such a basic mechanism. These last two videos are much appreciated.
That’s awesome! Do you have the books “Journal of Historical armsmaking technology”? I got mine off of eBay. There’s several volumes. But volume 1 goes into detail about all the fine details of filework to get the lock to function properly.
@ Thanks for the reply! I don’t have those books but I will search for them. I only very recently was introduced to the delights of the flintlock but am a man possessed! I have made my lock by screen shots off of you tube and the various sites on the internet.
@ those books have actual size parts in there so you can trace them and make the parts. Very handy. You can also buy a lock like from Jim Chambers and use it to copy all your handmade parts. Change a few little details to make it your own.
Great to see some content from you. I really enjoy watching you do your work.
Thank you very much! Glad to be back.
Great to see you back! Happy Thanksgiving!
I like your style. Great cabin background. Do more videos if you can. Thanks.
Thank you Stephen. I’ll try to get more out here soon. Thank you for watching!
@ you got what it takes to have a great channel. Keep it primitive with a well used look , and original documentations…..you will have success. So many muzzleloading RUclipsrs look too clean, slick , and polished . You have the correct look about you. Not fake and made up right out of a Jas Townsend Catalog look..
Dang boy, my day at the workbench just keeps getting better! Two Golden Mean videos in one day! Thanks Compadre.
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I think I’m finally to where I can start making more again.
Great to have you putting content out again
Thank you Chuck!
If the springs are weak, I just reharden them. A propane torch should work it works for me. But you must know what you are doing to achieve success. Maybe do a video to enlighten those that do not yet know.
I sure will when I go to making springs or like you said, fixing a weak spring. You’re absolutely right sir, if it’s not broke, it can be reheated and fixed properly.
I'm looking for some information on a blank K Wells &,co. Madison percussion lock. Can't read letter before K. Help would be appreciated! Thanks
Hey Jeffrey. I apologize, but I know nothing on that lock or the name. I’ll try to do some research for ya and see what I can find. My email is goldenmeanflintlocks@gmail.com if you’d like to send me some pictures of it.
Ooo a follow up video I'm waiting to do my exams for college also nice house
Thank you!
Great video. I was wondering is your wife into history like you are.
Thank you. She enjoys it as well! She runs a wedding venue though which keeps her really busy on the weekends while I usually go to events when I can. It’s hard to find weekends that work for both of us to go to events together.
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