Flintlocks--which one?

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Flashman

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I have recently become quite interested in a flintlock rifle (and a fowler) but want good quality and as close to late 18th century firearms as possible. From my little research, there seems to be a lot of junk out there. It seems one thing of importance are good locks, etc. One should get a gun where parts are available rather than some imports. I have noticed several companies than make and some that provide kits ranging from $500 on up. I would like to keep the price no more than a $1000 (for a southern style rifle, not fancy). I have read good things about Tennessee Valley MZ, Deer Creek, Cabin Creek, Jim Chambers, etc. Does anyone have experience with these or other similar rifles and any other comments? Thanks.
 
Tennessee Vally will do you right as will Chambers.

Get the best lock and Bbl you can afford. Lock L&R, Bbl..Goetz

You may go over the $1000.00 mark but it will be worth it.

Huntschool
"single shot shooters only shoot once"
 
Tennessee Vally will do you right as will Chambers.

Get the best lock and Bbl you can afford. Lock L&R, Bbl..Goetz

You may go over the $1000.00 mark but it will be worth it.

Huntschool
"single shot shooters only shoot once"
 
I've bought from kits from Log Cabin Shop and Golden Age Arms. Both are good, reputable firms. The most impressive catalog though is from Track of the Wolf. It'll tell you whether the casted part is sand casted or wax casted (big difference in the amount of cleaning up you'll have to do).

If you just want a starter, try the Lyman Great Plains rifle in flintlock. It'll cost you about $275 and you can get a lot of practice with it before you go build your own. Building one is a lot of fun and work. In a few months, I may buy a kit from The Rifle Shoppe. They have a 18th century flintlock grenade launcher I'd like to have. (In clipped British accent) I'd say, tennis anyone?
 
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