I'm glad to hear that the flintlock is behaving and most of all you're having fun shooting it. That's what it is all about. Just be sure to put a new flint in the jaws before you go hunting. Unless you are able to knap the flint nice and sharp. That way when you need that all important shot, you have a better chance of ignition.

I have no skill at knapping although I have tried on a number of flints. I put a new one in. Then I am sure the rifle will go off...

Good luck with your rifle...