Nipples & caps

From an old Colt Industries pamphlet:
"Percussion caps are now made in sizes from nine to thirteen. Ten and eleven are the best numbers for the small and medium-sized arms, and twelve for the larger sizes, although, as different-sized nipples are sometimes met in specimens of the same model, no hard and fast rule can be given. It is better to have caps slightly too large than too small, as large caps can be pinched together at the bottom enough so they will stay on the nipples, but small ones must be driven down on the nipple by the blow of the hammer, and this process frequently cushions the blow to the extent of producing a misfire."
 
Well, not to beat a dead horse, but an update....wife brought home some CCI10's last nite. These are way too tight for the Pietta nipples and slightly loose on the SS nipples! Back to square one. Oh well, my "crimping tool" works even better on the 10's than the 11's so guess I'll just don my big girl panties and deal with it!:)
 
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CCI's and Remington's are not the same profile. I have had troubles with CCI to the extent I don't like to use them on my revolvers any more. The Remington #10's function flawlessly and I never have to "pinch" a cap...ever.
Both Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's carry the Remington caps. Either find one within driving distance, or do as was suggested and pay the hazmat fee and order a bulk lot. You won't regret it.
 
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