Unless you have someplace local you can get powder, It is very expensive. Powder is just over $20 a pound and you have to pay a hazmat fee to ship it so it's best to order a lot. Or you can make it but that's like a very in depth hobby we'll call it.
@Jb-qn2xz made a batch using (black powder everything) formula and way of making it. Runs perfect in my 50 cal I recently picked up. I'd suggest looking up their channel
I love your videos. Thanks for posting this. As you said, your content helps me, a young shooter, to ease the learning curve a little and have all around better expereinces outdoors. You deserve far more subscribers!
Thanks, keith. I recently sewed a layer of wool under my leather cows knee to add another layer. Wool does pretty well with rain naturally. Have not had much need to try it yet. I also tuck the lock under my arm and keep the barrel pointed down as much a s possible. I also try to keep my horn under my hunting shirt or wool coat.
A British gunsmith J. Manton invented A water 'proof' lock about two centuries ago. You used to be able to purchase modern reproductions thru Dixie Gunworks. Also oil your lock covers really well.
Great video. I use a length of canvas that hoods, (it's sewn at the one end), over the muzzle of the barrel and hangs over the entire barrel of the flinter, back to and including the lock itself. I treat it with a water proofing repellant. It prevents rain from trickling down the barrel to the lock.
I agree that a quality lock makes all the difference. I have an RE Davis lock on my fusil de chasse 62 and a siler on my 54 longrifle both very reliable.
Enjoyed that one, been wondering and wanting to pick your brain about the topic. Never seen that type of pan design, either. Interesting thing to share.
You can also use tallow to seal the pan. Wax and a burning candle scares the s%%t out of me. I build my own guns and always make a point making sure there is a tight fit between the frizzen & pan which helps matters as well.
This is a Great Video. Thank you so much for sharing these tips. Really good information here. Just found your channel and I’ve hit the “Subscribe” button. Again, thank you for this information.
Recently saw you were using 45 conical with 55 grains black powder for deer and it was working well. I have a cva 45 and I be.ieve it has 1 in 66 twist. I have another 45 and have no idea of twist rate. This one is 13 sixteenths barrel, both cap locks. Would you recommend the bullet you're using and , if so, where can I find them?
Generally a 1in48 shoots conicals better ( faster twist) I have good luck however with a 1in 66 . You can experiment and may find a load your guns prefer. I have several different molds and mold my own projectiles. Lee makes a good conical mold .
@@RamshackleHomesteadKeithandJen love to see your area some time. My mom's folks started out in Virginia. From Virginia to Kentucky, then kentucky to Arkansas. From Arkansas to Oklahoma before there was an Oklahoma. I'm 70 and the youngest of the bunch. My grandparents on mom's side were early settlers here, coming in the later 1800s. From what I understand there are still distant distant relatives of the Doss name living in Kentucky. Enjoy your videos and glimpses of the scenery.
Good stuff! What lock maker made that lock of your's Keith? Another thing a lot of people miss or neglect is cleaning burnt powder residue off the frizzen and flint after shots. That seems to draw moisture and bring on "Klatch-itis!"
Found your channel today. Just curious if you what you would recommend as a starter flintlock rifle or kit. I've hunted for most my life ( 51) with all types . Never had but wanted a flintlock rifle like the southern mountain rifle . Thinking a 45 ??
@@RamshackleHomesteadKeithandJen Just wondered, here in PA we have a flintlock only deer season. It starts the day after Christmas and lasts around a month long. It's my favorite time to hunt.
I'm thinking about getting into black powder due to modern times. Glad I came across this video as I never thought about keeping the powder dry.
Unless you have someplace local you can get powder, It is very expensive. Powder is just over $20 a pound and you have to pay a hazmat fee to ship it so it's best to order a lot. Or you can make it but that's like a very in depth hobby we'll call it.
@Jb-qn2xz made a batch using (black powder everything) formula and way of making it. Runs perfect in my 50 cal I recently picked up. I'd suggest looking up their channel
@@michaeljoyce3153 I did a long time ago, I went down the same path as you.
I love your videos. Thanks for posting this. As you said, your content helps me, a young shooter, to ease the learning curve a little and have all around better expereinces outdoors. You deserve far more subscribers!
Appreciate it !!
Thanks, keith. I recently sewed a layer of wool under my leather cows knee to add another layer. Wool does pretty well with rain naturally. Have not had much need to try it yet. I also tuck the lock under my arm and keep the barrel pointed down as much a s possible. I also try to keep my horn under my hunting shirt or wool coat.
This old boy's got some good stuff on these videos.
Thanks!
A British gunsmith J. Manton invented A water 'proof' lock about two centuries ago. You used to be able to purchase modern reproductions thru Dixie Gunworks. Also oil your lock covers really well.
Great video. I use a length of canvas that hoods, (it's sewn at the one end), over the muzzle of the barrel and hangs over the entire barrel of the flinter, back to and including the lock itself. I treat it with a water proofing repellant. It prevents rain from trickling down the barrel to the lock.
Ryan gill of the website
Hunt primitive
Is in Florida,
He uses 1 F for primer powder
Thanx for your video
Good vid 4 last couple year been using chap Stick around the lock with my clover
I personally would like more flintlock and 18th century videos. Much of my survival gear is what they used back then. Thanks for this video.
We will be working on it !
I agree that a quality lock makes all the difference. I have an RE Davis lock on my fusil de chasse 62 and a siler on my 54 longrifle both very reliable.
that tree you are leaning up against has a heck of a diameter. thanks for the video.
Massive old red oak on our farm
Love you y’all. I’ll be trying to get ahold of you next week or so.
Sounds good brother!
Never owned a flintlock, but I would like to. Thanks. God Bless and stay safe.
Enjoyed that one, been wondering and wanting to pick your brain about the topic. Never seen that type of pan design, either. Interesting thing to share.
I have learned something from this video! Keep the good flintlock videos coming! David Back.
Thanks!!
Thanks for posting.Been shooting flintlocks for some years now but just started hunting with them last fall. Good tips for fall weather.
Great video. I learned a few things as usual! Thanks for sharing.
Good stuff. Thanks.
Good info, Sir!
Thanks for sharing!
Steve
I mold tin foil over my lock. It works great.
Thanks for the great tips!
Thanks again for another great informative video!
Some good info there, enjoy winter camp this year.
Great tip .my buddy used waxed canvas he'd form fit to the lock worked pretty good
Definitely another good choice.
You can also use tallow to seal the pan. Wax and a burning candle scares the s%%t out of me. I build my own guns and always make a point making sure there is a tight fit between the frizzen & pan which helps matters as well.
luv your informative videos!
Thanks , Jan !
This is a Great Video. Thank you so much for sharing these tips. Really good information here. Just found your channel and I’ve hit the “Subscribe” button. Again, thank you for this information.
Thanks Keith, I really like any how to’s on hunting with a flintlock. Going to try my first season with a flintlock this year.
Yep, I prefer bark tan, but good stuff. Also tanned scrutiny’s work well. Will be pig hunting in a week . Will be using it . Good luck
Good luck on your hunt!
i dont want a candle flame any where around black powder im with ya on that might not work good thanks for the vid
Recently saw you were using 45 conical with 55 grains black powder for deer and it was working well. I have a cva 45 and I be.ieve it has 1 in 66 twist. I have another 45 and have no idea of twist rate. This one is 13 sixteenths barrel, both cap locks. Would you recommend the bullet you're using and , if so, where can I find them?
Generally a 1in48 shoots conicals better ( faster twist) I have good luck however with a 1in 66 . You can experiment and may find a load your guns prefer. I have several different molds and mold my own projectiles. Lee makes a good conical mold .
@@RamshackleHomesteadKeithandJen thanks
@@RamshackleHomesteadKeithandJen love to see your area some time. My mom's folks started out in Virginia. From Virginia to Kentucky, then kentucky to Arkansas. From Arkansas to Oklahoma before there was an Oklahoma. I'm 70 and the youngest of the bunch. My grandparents on mom's side were early settlers here, coming in the later 1800s. From what I understand there are still distant distant relatives of the Doss name living in Kentucky. Enjoy your videos and glimpses of the scenery.
Great tips. Also have heard of using bear grease instead of the wax method.
I keep a board wax between the lock in the barrel channel to keep water from running Gutter and down the stocks
Ball of wax
What about not priming the pan until you are ready to shoot.
Good stuff! What lock maker made that lock of your's Keith? Another thing a lot of people miss or neglect is cleaning burnt powder residue off the frizzen and flint after shots. That seems to draw moisture and bring on "Klatch-itis!"
I believe that is an R.E. Davis lock
Found your channel today. Just curious if you what you would recommend as a starter flintlock rifle or kit. I've hunted for most my life ( 51) with all types . Never had but wanted a flintlock rifle like the southern mountain rifle . Thinking a 45 ??
The .45 is extremely versatile . You can load it up or down depending on what your after. I’d go with Kiblers Southern Mtn kit. Good luck!!
@@RamshackleHomesteadKeithandJen yes if I can swing it that's the one I want . Thanks
Flintlock certainly put us in touch with our past but I would choose a modern firearm if my survival depended on it.
Do you hunt Pennsylvania?
Ky , Indiana and Alabama mostly
@@RamshackleHomesteadKeithandJen Just wondered, here in PA we have a flintlock only deer season. It starts the day after Christmas and lasts around a month long. It's my favorite time to hunt.
This isn't very traditional. I'm pretty sure they used plastic sandwich bags and rubber bands to keep their powder dry in the 1800's.
If they’d had them they’d used them 🤣
I got a better idea. Just don't be hunting with a flint lock and rainy weather simple
Borderline genius……..