Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
01-24-2009, 10:36 AM
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Nontypical Buck
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Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
I was juse reading the forum (cva dangerous?) and I was thinking if some of these guy's did what I do than (MABEY) they would'nt have a mishap with there ML Barrel's. It was a snowy day years back when I was ML hunting and I leaned my ML in the crotch of a tree so I could get something out of my fanny pack, when some snow fell off the tree and right into my ML Barrel. It packed in there pretty good and I could'nt get it all out so I had to go home and let the gun thaw untill it was out. From that day on I now cut a piece of round (Masking Tape) and put it over the end of My ML and never had a problem since. It stays on in the rain and snow and you can shoot with out any accuracy problems. And you can always check the end of your barrel to make sure it's there and nothing has penetrated the bore, hence, no more obstructed barrels. I always do this after loading my ML and it keeps your bore dry and clean. I just cut a piece of masking tape, clean the end of the muzzle with alcohol or solvent, and then apply it and it stays there. Some of my friends even use electrical tape with the same results. I have even used the (price markers) that you would use on items for like yard sales, there already on a pice of paper that you just peel off and apply, and I carry a few to use in the field in case I shoot and have to reload. I know you would'nt do this for target practice, but when your out hunting it sure does help and give you a piece of mind that there's nothing in your muzzle execpt your powder and sabot. Just thought I'd share this with you and see if anyone else does this. Happy and Safe Shooting! Ron
01-24-2009, 11:01 AM
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RE: Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
ORIGINAL: Breechplug
I was juse reading the forum (cva dangerous?) and I was thinking if some of these guy's did what I do than (MABEY) they would'nt have a mishap with there ML Barrel's. It was a snowy day years back when I was ML hunting and I leaned my ML in the crotch of a tree so I could get something out of my fanny pack, when some snow fell off the tree and right into my ML Barrel. It packed in there pretty good and I could'nt get it all out so I had to go home and let the gun thaw untill it was out. From that day on I now cut a piece of round (Masking Tape) and put it over the end of My ML and never had a problem since. It stays on in the rain and snow and you can shoot with out any accuracy problems. And you can always check the end of your barrel to make sure it's there and nothing has penetrated the bore, hence, no more obstructed barrels. I always do this after loading my ML and it keeps your bore dry and clean. I just cut a piece of masking tape, clean the end of the muzzle with alcohol or solvent, and then apply it and it stays there. Some of my friends even use electrical tape with the same results. I have even used the (price markers) that you would use on items for like yard sales, there already on a pice of paper that you just peel off and apply, and I carry a few to use in the field in case I shoot and have to reload. I know you would'nt do this for target practice, but when your out hunting it sure does help and give you a piece of mind that there's nothing in your muzzle execpt your powder and sabot. Just thought I'd share this with you and see if anyone else does this. Happy and Safe Shooting! Ron
I was juse reading the forum (cva dangerous?) and I was thinking if some of these guy's did what I do than (MABEY) they would'nt have a mishap with there ML Barrel's. It was a snowy day years back when I was ML hunting and I leaned my ML in the crotch of a tree so I could get something out of my fanny pack, when some snow fell off the tree and right into my ML Barrel. It packed in there pretty good and I could'nt get it all out so I had to go home and let the gun thaw untill it was out. From that day on I now cut a piece of round (Masking Tape) and put it over the end of My ML and never had a problem since. It stays on in the rain and snow and you can shoot with out any accuracy problems. And you can always check the end of your barrel to make sure it's there and nothing has penetrated the bore, hence, no more obstructed barrels. I always do this after loading my ML and it keeps your bore dry and clean. I just cut a piece of masking tape, clean the end of the muzzle with alcohol or solvent, and then apply it and it stays there. Some of my friends even use electrical tape with the same results. I have even used the (price markers) that you would use on items for like yard sales, there already on a pice of paper that you just peel off and apply, and I carry a few to use in the field in case I shoot and have to reload. I know you would'nt do this for target practice, but when your out hunting it sure does help and give you a piece of mind that there's nothing in your muzzle execpt your powder and sabot. Just thought I'd share this with you and see if anyone else does this. Happy and Safe Shooting! Ron
they come in 5 colors.
put 1 over your muzz.
easy on,easy off and it dont take finish off your bluing.
i use RED ONES,i like red
01-24-2009, 11:09 AM
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RE: Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
I have tried a number of things including accuracy tests to see if it messed up the POI or grouping.
A lot of things work reasonably well including tape but I ended up using either finger cots or saran wrap and a rubber band. Lee
A lot of things work reasonably well including tape but I ended up using either finger cots or saran wrap and a rubber band. Lee
01-24-2009, 11:21 AM
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RE: Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
Lee- I use a 1" wide strip os Saran Wrap over the nipple on a percussion rifle. Just wrap around the stock a time or 2. Works for me.
Charlie
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01-24-2009, 05:36 PM
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RE: Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
We have rubber gloves at work by the boxes. I just take some with, and I cut the finger off of the glove and stick that oveer the end of the barrrel.
01-25-2009, 10:26 AM
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RE: Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
Heinz57 - you sure that's the only reason you use the small condoms?
Breechplug, those stickers are a good idea. I always carry a roll of electrical tape in my bag with may traditionals. With my inline I have a wrap or two around my scope. Iusually put a piece of tape over my muzzle after loading.
Breechplug, those stickers are a good idea. I always carry a roll of electrical tape in my bag with may traditionals. With my inline I have a wrap or two around my scope. Iusually put a piece of tape over my muzzle after loading.
01-25-2009, 11:25 AM
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RE: Does anyone else use tape on the end of there ML ?
Chasam60
I do some thing like that, I use a small amout of water proof grease on the threads of the nipple and keep a peice of saran wrap over the nipple. I put the cap on right over the top of the saran wrap , took the bigest buck I ever got that way. Lee
I do some thing like that, I use a small amout of water proof grease on the threads of the nipple and keep a peice of saran wrap over the nipple. I put the cap on right over the top of the saran wrap , took the bigest buck I ever got that way. Lee