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(Cross posted from the General Topic)
I'm building a flintlock rifle modeled after the Lancaster style.
It's going to be a 50cal with curly maple. I bought all the parts individually with help from Ryan (owner) at
http://www.muzzleloaderbuilderssupply.com/index.html
Because this site is for "Handloading" I didn't think it appropriate to fill up space here about my project but since I've gotten to know many of you here, I thought you might be interested. I'm documenting the build on a Blog page if anyone is interested in following along.
http://rigmarolsblog.blogspot.com/
Edited by Rigmarol on October 16 2009 at 10:05pm
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Good luck Dave... 
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Thanks! it may end up being the most expensive piece of fireplace wood but I'll have fun with it in the mean time!!
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Very cool Rig!
Some years back I used to hunt with a .50 percussion rifle built by Thompson-Center. Often thought about building my own too - and even making it a flintlock. Looks to me like you've got some quality components on hand, I think that stock is going to finish up beautifully.
I'll check back in to see your progress every now and again. Thanks for sharing this with us!
Best Regards, Guy
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I've hunted quite a bit with a percussion .50 and killed many deer with it. They can be very effective firearms. I've been thinking about a flintlock lately, as a "just in case" rifle with the way percission caps got hard to find. I'd like one in a very small caliber, .32 or .36 for small game though.
Good luck, I'll be following your blog.
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Rig,
This store is about 15 miles from my house. I have considered doing the same as you and building a rifle.
http://www.logcabinshop.com/
Dave
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I'm having a great time with it so far! Nice and relaxing. I'm taking my time and reading a lot and learning some new skills along the way.
I can't get out and do thing physical and I hate watching sports or "reality" TV shows, so I find myself in my shop and this is a great get away project.
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I think the Lancasters are a beautiful rifle I really like there lines. I never build one but I would like one in a light 13/16" barrel .36 caliber That would make the choice of using #1 swaged buck shot.
I build mostly the Hawken Rifles, but the Lancaster is a good choice.
Keep us posted on your progress.
Kurt
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Kurt, I have a store bought Hawken, caplock and really enjoy it.
I like the .50 cal. Don't now way, maybe it's easier to handle the ammo? I dunno, never cared for the 30 cal round ball rifles. Even my C&B revolver is .44cal. I just seem to go for the bigger bores for some reason. Maybe I'm "compensating" for a shortcoming somewhere?... LOL.
I'll keep the Blog updated with the latest on the project.
My Lancaster Project Blog
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Love the pics of your rifle. Wait till you get to the butt plate, that is a lot of fun. You are trying to fit something in 2 dimensions at the same time.
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The only Hawken I have left is a .58 and that is one I dont think the original were never made in but it is a very good shooter and it sure puts the game down in a hurry.
The 50 is good.
Kurt
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Nice work so far. For sure i am going to follow this one closely
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