capnwilliam Posted November 19, 2003 Share Posted November 19, 2003 Any mates have one of these short-barrelled argument-enders? Do ye recommend one fer a pirate's kit? Do ye know of any source fer one? Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deacon Frye Posted November 19, 2003 Share Posted November 19, 2003 Loyalist Arms in Nova Scotia carries some, and I've heard good things about them, but have no hands on familiarity. The site is a dog to navigate, here are a couple of urls: http://www.loyalistarms.freeservers.com/bl...tractstyle.html http://www.loyalistarms.freeservers.com/ne...lunderbuss.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Deacon Posted November 19, 2003 Share Posted November 19, 2003 I've dealt with Loyalist and their very up front and carry quality. I like their Blunderbuss just don't have the 8's to be spendin' right now. -------------- "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in one pretty well preserved piece without an even a kiss your hand, but to skid across the line broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out, smelling of powder, shouting ARRRG!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted November 19, 2003 Share Posted November 19, 2003 I've got the Loyalist blunderbuss, 16" brass barrel. Beautiful piece. Well made, good springs, sparks great. Got some nice touches, too, like a tow worm attacjed to the tip of the scouring stick. Round faced heavy lock, crown and GR marked. Got to reccomend this piece, best value for a blunderbuss i've seen , and I've been collecting blunderbusses and carbines for a long time. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deacon Frye Posted November 20, 2003 Share Posted November 20, 2003 I believe you were one of those I heard the "good things" from. Thanks for the info, mate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Maddox Roberts Posted November 20, 2003 Share Posted November 20, 2003 P'raps this belongs in another thread, but since Loyalist Arms and the quality of their wares has come up: has anybody had experience of their cutlasses? They look fine and the prices can't be beat, but are they battle-worthy? I.e. made of good steel with a tang thick enough to resist snapping at the hilt? Or are they for display only? Also, since they ship from Canada, do the flintlocks have to be vented before they'll fire? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blind Rhoid Pyle Posted November 20, 2003 Share Posted November 20, 2003 Anybody have any dealings with these guys: Maxsell Armory? They have some nice stuff, and some common crud, too. Ya gets what ya pays fer... or ys steals! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Deacon Posted November 20, 2003 Share Posted November 20, 2003 P'raps this belongs in another thread, but since Loyalist Arms and the quality of their wares has come up: has anybody had experience of their cutlasses? They look fine and the prices can't be beat, but are they battle-worthy? I.e. made of good steel with a tang thick enough to resist snapping at the hilt? Or are they for display only?Also, since they ship from Canada, do the flintlocks have to be vented before they'll fire? I've bought two. And use them on a regular basis in my Comedy Pirate Sword Fights. The are quality. Blunted edges and full tanged. The flintlocks should come ready to fire. -------------- "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in one pretty well preserved piece without an even a kiss your hand, but to skid across the line broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out, smelling of powder, shouting ARRRG!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Maddox Roberts Posted November 20, 2003 Share Posted November 20, 2003 Thank'ee, mate. Looks like they're gonna get some o' me doubloons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Black Deacon Posted November 20, 2003 Share Posted November 20, 2003 Their only real drawback is they don't take credit cards. I've talked to them about setting up a PayPal account but don't know if they did. -------------- "Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in one pretty well preserved piece without an even a kiss your hand, but to skid across the line broadside, thoroughly used up, worn out, smelling of powder, shouting ARRRG!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deacon Frye Posted November 21, 2003 Share Posted November 21, 2003 My understanding is that they will drill the touchhole and proof them for a reasonable fee, but then you're going to have to track them down at the airport and deal with customs. Undrilled, they come right to your home. (This for U.S. customers.) SHIPPING TO THE US:- Yes, we can ship economically to the US!! - We can ship firearms via parcel post, express post, or air freight. - Depending on wether the touch hole is drilled in a flintlock or drum is fully functional with a percussion firearm, or the number of firearms ordered,(weight), will determine the method of shipping. We can also ship the lock separately from the musket/pistol to expedite US customs clearance. A) Air freight usually costs approximately $39.00 US per musket/rifle/pistol. The customer would have to pick up the item at their airport and clear customs there. We supply all documentation, (when necessary). We recommend air freight for larger orders of several long guns, as it is usually more economical. Parcel post generally charges $30.00 to $33.00 US per musket/rifle. Insurance is included on all shipments. Hand guns usually run around $20.00 to $23.00 US. C) Express post costs extra. Please inquire D) Miscellaneous items can be shipped via parcel post or express post or courier. Minimum charge is $ 6.50 US for parcel post and includes insurance. E) We cannot ship COD to the US. No FFL dealer is needed for any muzzle loading firearms, or percussion breechloaders. http://www.loyalistarms.freeservers.com/us...nformation.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted November 24, 2003 Author Share Posted November 24, 2003 It is easy to drill the touchhole yerself? Expensive if ye use a gunsmith? Could you have it shipped (drilled) directly to an FFL licensee (like a gun dealer)? Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted November 24, 2003 Share Posted November 24, 2003 Drilling the hole is easy. 'Positioning' the hole is the tough bit. I got mine through a dealer in the US who did the drilling for me, and tested the lock to make sure it was OK. Any blackpowder gunsmith should be able to do this for you. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pirata Posted November 24, 2003 Share Posted November 24, 2003 SO just to clarify, it's 90% functional but not totally. Yes? No? Pushing the limits means getting out of my comfort zone and giving more when I don't think I have any left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
capnwilliam Posted November 27, 2003 Author Share Posted November 27, 2003 So Hawkyns, that convinces me, I wouldn't attempt to drill it meself, fer fear that I'd ruin the lock by drilling the hole in the wrong position. I'd probably just have Loyalist do it for me; no big deal to go down to the airport and pick it up; we're near the airport. Capt. William "The fight's not over while there's a shot in the locker!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pirata Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 So is it like I am thinking, 90% functional minus this hole you guys are talking about? Pushing the limits means getting out of my comfort zone and giving more when I don't think I have any left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hawkyns Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 That's correct. Without the touchhole that goes through the barrel, the priming in the pan cannot reach the main charge in the breech. The gun is inoperable and no more than a wall hanger. I got my piece through a gunsmith/importer who did the lock test and drilled the touchhole. Mad Dutchman Importing Co. He's out of the Boston area, but does not have a website. I see him at area musters. Cap'n William- it's not the lock that would be ruined, but the barrel. The touchole has to be drilled correctly through the barrel. Not too small to let the spark through, but not so large as to let the main charge bleed out. Far enough forward to just clear the breech plug, but no so far forward that it will ignite the main charge at the wrong point or even miss it completely. Just the right height to take the spark easily form the pan. Some people have an oversized touchhole drilled and a stainless steel liner threaded and put in. This prevents the corrosion that is inevitable around the touchhole and allows the liner to be replaced when the corrosion becomes an issue. Hawkyns Cannon add dignity to what otherwise would be merely an ugly brawl I do what I do for my own reasons. I do not require anyone to follow me. I do not require society's approval for my actions or beliefs. if I am to be judged, let me be judged in the pure light of history, not the harsh glare of modern trends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pirata Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 Thanks for the info. Now I have another pay check spent before I even see it. Pushing the limits means getting out of my comfort zone and giving more when I don't think I have any left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyannMacGregor Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 Thanks for the info. Now I have another pay check spent before I even see it. Best get to privateerin' then. Hawkyns, ye are a treasure trove of information yeself. 'fraid meself be in the same situation as EP. Have you fired one of each, that is, one with the stainless steel lining, and one without? Did ye notice any difference? Captain of The Morrighan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pirata Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 Maybe I need to sell off a little plunder I've been keeping too long... Naw just pillage a little more plunder... Pushing the limits means getting out of my comfort zone and giving more when I don't think I have any left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyannMacGregor Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 A common malady know as "paycheckus disappearus". Captain of The Morrighan. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Pirata Posted November 27, 2003 Share Posted November 27, 2003 That's a new term to describe an old ailment. Pushing the limits means getting out of my comfort zone and giving more when I don't think I have any left. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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