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Good afternoon everyone! I've finally decided to take the plunge and get my first black powder firearm, specifically a reproduction flintlock pistol.
My question today is about getting the pistol into firing condition:
The establishment I intend to purchase the pistol from ships their firearms without vent holes, and so I was wondering - is drilling the vent something I (a complete armature) can do myself or is this something I'll need to have done by a professional? If the latter, will any competent gunsmith be able to drill the vent hole, or do I need to seek out someone who specializes in black powder gunsmithing?
Thanks in advance for any advice or input!
My question today is about getting the pistol into firing condition:
The establishment I intend to purchase the pistol from ships their firearms without vent holes, and so I was wondering - is drilling the vent something I (a complete armature) can do myself or is this something I'll need to have done by a professional? If the latter, will any competent gunsmith be able to drill the vent hole, or do I need to seek out someone who specializes in black powder gunsmithing?
Thanks in advance for any advice or input!