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Old 07-10-2006, 12:26 PM
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shot my new traditions 50 cal hawken caplock yesterday. first time shootin a muzzle loader fer me. naturaly it rained all day; but i had no FTF's and the smoke was realy cool in the wet air. only shot at 25 yrds so far. 50 grs a pyro-p under a PRB. im on paper close ta center. will be awhile b4 i get the hang a this and move out ta 50yrds. GREAT FUN !!!!

many thanks fer all the help guy's !!!!!!!!!

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Old 07-10-2006, 12:36 PM
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Fun, aint it!
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Old 07-10-2006, 01:06 PM
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Great way to get yer hands black, too

Sounds like you're off to a good start, EARLY.

Good Luck and keep makin' smoke!

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Old 07-10-2006, 01:53 PM
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Youy didn't take the entire jug out in the rain for an extended time.... did ja'???
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Old 07-10-2006, 02:31 PM
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Youy didn't take the entire jug out in the rain for an extended time.... did ja'???
well, er, uh; i kinda cheated. i held up under the reardoor a my minivan well i loaded the rifle and my cap&ball revolver. had the jug with me, but i never opened it. i used a flask.

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Old 07-10-2006, 03:03 PM
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It sounds like you have an excellent time which is the important thing. You will find that this sport is addicting to be sure.I hope your next trip is nice and sunny and you can enjoy the outdoors while you shoot...
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