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A percussion rifle is a type of rifle that uses a percussion cap instead of the flintlock or matchlock variants. The matchlock and flintlock are older variants when compared to the percussion cap. This rifle quickly became coveted by many thanks to its faster reloading time.
Because of the fewer moving parts that it required it [...]
September 11th, 2008 | Posted in Gun History, Rifles | No Comments
The Flintlock mechanism was the first reliable and also inexpensive system that was available to help fire a gun. It was one of the more popular during the colonial American time period.
It was created during the middle of the 1500’s and were popular up until 1660. The English Army adopted the flintlock system for its [...]
August 26th, 2008 | Posted in Gun History | No Comments
Before you can properly learn to shoot your rifle you first need to know the basics of how to clean it. It is dangerous for anyone to clean their gun without first knowing exactly what to do.
In order to clean your barrel you need to use a one piece, coated rod. If you have a [...]
August 13th, 2008 | Posted in Gun Care, Rifles | No Comments