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Offline DragoonRick

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Re: How to make percussion caps without a die II
« Reply #165 on: March 04, 2024, 05:43:58 PM »
Thanks to Kaptainkirk I’ve been posting my efforts on percussion cap making since my first post March 3 2021 three years ago today.  I don’t have any more to add. The caps work after lots of work.  The powder works , may need more work , but does fire my revolvers and rifle. I cast my bullets and balls.  I’ll answer any questions. ,but no new information!

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Re: How to make percussion caps without a die II
« Reply #166 on: March 04, 2024, 08:18:22 PM »
Rick, thank you for your diligent efforts and research on the home made caps. This thread will no doubt be a great resource for many as caps continue to be scarce (or non-existent).
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Re: How to make percussion caps without a die II
« Reply #167 on: March 04, 2024, 08:28:19 PM »
There are several threads running on this tool on various forums as well. It's supposed to be for "primer cups" but several reviewers say they work on caps.

https://www.powdervalley.com/product/sharpshooter-primer-cup-maker/?_kx=zILhSnIYeJz2JXK5znrPnqHI3Yt9CGiSwJBa82_2bYo.SeB582
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Re: How to make percussion caps without a die II
« Reply #168 on: March 05, 2024, 09:02:08 AM »
Thank you Rick for taking the time and effort to show us all of this. It's greatly appreciated.
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Re: How to make percussion caps without a die II
« Reply #169 on: March 05, 2024, 02:36:11 PM »
Miguel,
  Thanks for your comment. It means a lot. I hope all of this helps the gunmen shoot their C&B REVOLVERS.