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2-bore muzzleloader
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bkoenig:
Check this out, a 2-bore muzzle loader:
http://www.freewebs.com/stolzergunsmithing/currentprojects2bore.htm
That's right, a 2 bore. It's 1.275" diameter :o To get an idea of the size, he has a picture of the barrel (it's a smooth bore) with an 8 gauge ball resting inside:
Check out the video of him proof testing. He loaded up with 1000 grains of FFg black powder and two solid lead balls. He had it tied to a railroad tie, and it flung the railroad tie backwards like it was a piece of paper. Normal load is one ball and something like 300-400 grains of powder. Ouch.
FarmerRick:
Awesome craftsmanship, not sure I could make myself shoot it though.
bkoenig:
I might try shooting it once. If I was feeling especially masochistic that day. But I still want one.
bkoenig:
Here's his newest project, a 2-bore black powder cartridge rifle.
http://stolzergunsmithing.webs.com/2borejonesunderlever.htm
Check out the size of those cases! I wonder if this would be legal at the monthly Ikes big bore silhouette shoot :D
JimP:
More anecdotal evidence that just because you CAN do something, it might not be a good idea to actually DO it.........
...... I am thinking of all the time and effort that could have been used for something useful.....
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