Howdy
Although I have had several black powder pistols and rifles since the late 70's, I may no longer shoot them.
While in a pawn shop 2 weeks ago, I spotted a Lyman .50 cal. Trade Rifle that looked good. "I want this one for that wall that has no BP rifle or pistol hanging thereon." The deal was good and walked out the door.
When running a cleaning rod down the barrel a few minutes ago, I realized there was an unknown ball down there. I got the worm screw out of my old BP tackle box kit and ran it down the barrel on the end of the ram rod. Screwed it in. OK so far...............
Then, I started pulling. When the ball got to about where the rear sight is, the brass end of the ram rod came off.
So now: There is a ball, ball screw, AND the brass ram rod end down there.
I have no idea if there is a powder charge or not.
Does the end of the breech come off on this model?
I think I need help on this one.
Thanks to all in advance. Bo in western NC