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Is there an easily removeable breech plug for traditional muzzle loaders?

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31 December 2015, 09:53
Mark
Is there an easily removeable breech plug for traditional muzzle loaders?
Hi all,

I have to say one nice thing about inlines is they are easy to unload without firing and cleaning is simpler too. Does anyone make a breech plug for traditional style muzzle loaders that can also be removed relatively easily? I have a few barrels laying around and if I ever got the urge to build another being able to remove the breech for cleaning I'd see as a plus.

TIA,

Mark


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31 December 2015, 15:47
lost okie
Mark;
My T/C's have had the plugs pulled then lapped the threads with 600 grit compound until they just hand threaded in. Set a 6/32 set screw in the bottom.
Easy clean, easy unload. Been shooting them like thatfor years. the only way to go in my opinion.
Mike
31 December 2015, 21:00
dpcd
No reason they have to be super tight, so fit yours so you can remove it. It is just with a long rifle, you have all those pins to remove which might damage the stock punching them in and out.
Or use a ball puller; that is what I do.
05 January 2016, 08:50
Atkinson
I use a ball puller every night, wipe the bore, and dry it after a hunt. Reload the next morning. Sure will save you that ocassional misfire, not a 100% but gives you that extra edge.


Ray Atkinson
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