j8064
Garrett Co Hooligan #1
Hooligan Input:
As has been stated shooting BP is very addictive. It begins with learning how to load, shoot and clean a simple BP revolver. Once making "white smoke" hooks you there's no end in sight.
I too looked at the current classified ad for the Traditions starter kit. I already have that pistol but it's a reasonably good place for a beginner to start. BP revolvers routinely go on sale. Depending on the firearm Traditions, Pedersoli, Pietta, Uberti products etc. can fill your need.
Shooting BP is very different than shooting modern smokeless powder firearms. Once you get addicted it leads to more guns like an 1847 Walker. And sooner or later you'll find yourself into muzzle loaders like flintlocks, 1861 Springfields and even building your own from kits. Don't ask me how I know...
Sirex, my recommendation is to find a mentor locally who can help you learn the basics and safety with BP. Making white smoke is something we Hooligans look forward to each season when the weather is warmer and dryer.
As has been stated shooting BP is very addictive. It begins with learning how to load, shoot and clean a simple BP revolver. Once making "white smoke" hooks you there's no end in sight.
I too looked at the current classified ad for the Traditions starter kit. I already have that pistol but it's a reasonably good place for a beginner to start. BP revolvers routinely go on sale. Depending on the firearm Traditions, Pedersoli, Pietta, Uberti products etc. can fill your need.
Shooting BP is very different than shooting modern smokeless powder firearms. Once you get addicted it leads to more guns like an 1847 Walker. And sooner or later you'll find yourself into muzzle loaders like flintlocks, 1861 Springfields and even building your own from kits. Don't ask me how I know...
Sirex, my recommendation is to find a mentor locally who can help you learn the basics and safety with BP. Making white smoke is something we Hooligans look forward to each season when the weather is warmer and dryer.
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