COAL Gauge is a page of instructions showing how to quickly and easily build a Cartridge Overall Length Gauge for only a few pennies.

Another COAL Gauge is just that.  Another way to easily and inexpensively measure your Cartridge Over All Length to fit the firearm of interest

MinWax Hardener Uses page is some experimentation with the use of Min Wax Wood Hardener on the forward portion of arrow shafts.

BPC Loading  is my method of loading basic black powder cartridge hunting ammunition.  This is NOT about loading match ammo.  The focus is on obtaining satisfactory accuracy with high energy for best results in the field.

223 Throat is a pictorial of the throat depth of my H&R Handi in 223 cal

45-70 Fun  Sabot loads for the 45-70 along with a shooting report.

ALR Postal Match is a report on a match conducted by members of American Longrifles.

The Ladder Test is a load testing procedure for modern firearms.  Includes downloadable instructions and a pdf target file.

Round Ball Stuff  is an illustration of sighting in parameters for a muzzle loading round ball big game rifle.

Barrel Conditioning is an explanation of how to improve your muzzle loaders barrel