I wouldn't even consider getting an 1859 carbine without videos like these. Most of us don't know people that have and are willing to share this kind of knowledge. So, hats off to you, sir.
@kylianvanhoorn28593 жыл бұрын
A duelist1954, capandball and a British muzzleloader video all on the same day, it must be a black powder enthousiasts lucky day
@fredford7642 Жыл бұрын
Hi Mike, I have a IAB 1859 civilian target model, it is marked .54 cal. but really is .562 caliber, the .54 bullets just rattle down the bore. At one hundred yards it is very accurate, and I have a great time impressing friends on the capabilities of these old guns. It does take time to make the cartridges, but that is part of the fun in shooting these oldies guns. Looking back at these old black powder guns that I have had through the years brings back fond memories. The 1860's and 1851 were a blast to shoot, but sadly way back then I did not know about the paper cartridge routine. Thank you for taking the time to post this video, and look forward to your other videos. I am an avid fan of these videos. Fred Ford
@graypatriot12993 жыл бұрын
Mike: I need to thank you. I just bought a new Uberti 1860 Army and I was having trouble getting it ready for Prime Time Live. The last challenge I have to over come was hammer blow back. The SlixShot nipples stopped the blow back, but I then had troubles with ignition. I was watching your video, "Light springs in an 1851 Navy revolver". There I found the answer. My main spring was weak. Thank you Jody
@skiphinson86203 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased the star&bullock cartridge kit for .36 and .44 revolver. I like the kit a lot and those guys give excellent customer service. It’s fun to use the kit and it produces excellent cartridges. I use the lee conical in the .44 and it’s sort of difficult to seat in the paper cartridge but it works. It’s really designed for the Johnson&Dow and I don’t have that mold. I recommend the star&bullock highly.
@DarkAngel05137227 күн бұрын
I have a Civil War era Enfield Carbine muzzleloader and 1860 Colt Cap and ball army revolver. I love old guns so much more than semi autos.
@paulhelinski98903 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video Mike. For the size of the charge, you can control with how full you fill the dipper. It isn't sensitive to chamber length if you use dip lube on the front, because you squish the lube to exactly the breech face. For the Pedersoli chambers, you don't have to make a template. You can just extend the paper beyond the end of the pin a little bit when you cut the paper, just like you would with roundballs on the revolver kits. That may have been edited out of the video. I think your issue with having to hold the tops is due to the liquid glue. With the glue stick it's pretty easy to put a crease so that they are tight. And it is so much easier to put the bullet in.
@jj-ve9wy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your knowledge so generously Mike. You always do do most of our homework.
@INeverMetAGunIDidntLike3 жыл бұрын
Since I don't mold my own bullets I use the Sharps "Christmas tree" type bullets. With that being said, I have enough room in my chamber for a little over 100 grains of 2F powder. I use filler as well. I would like to see how you load for the Christmas tree type bullets.
@jonc47193 жыл бұрын
I am so happy that you share your passion and wisdoms with us, you are a swell human being that is being real, Thanks You!
@kidhammer25673 жыл бұрын
Mike, as always, thanks for dialing us Sharps shooters in on a swell product from S&B with all of your research techniques added for us. I hope S&B cuts you some 'skins' for marketing their kits. Much obliged, mkh SASS 6476-P
@mkultraification3 жыл бұрын
You could have some lengths of string handy to tie around the cartridge mouth in a half knot. That way, the string holds it while the glue dries, and you can set it to the side and move on to the next one. Not sure if it'll work for you, but it's a idea.
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
I’ll give it a try
@Glenfilthie13 жыл бұрын
I’ve been telling everyone at the rod and gun club that you got that in a knife fight in the saloon. 😂👍 I love these cartridge vids and will be looking for the range report ASAP. I would love to have one of those rifles. Maybe in the next life… keep up the good work Mike, it’s always a pleasure.
@markgoostree63343 жыл бұрын
So, a poke from the pup... I like the story. Stick to it. Also, a good review of the paper cartridge kit. You always make good informative videos... and you shoot good... and we all like to see a good shooter.
@MrJonathandcrow3 жыл бұрын
Good Job Mike
@benjaminjarrett98163 жыл бұрын
I have seen other people using this system and greatly enjoyed watching your review of the product, thank you for sharing.
@ww3213 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all you do Mike. I'm putting a frankensharps together right now. I picked up a bunch of random parts a guy collected. Pedersoli barrel, Garrett action, IAB replacement stock, Chiappa rear sight and other parts. I bought that bullet mold to. I'm afraid I'm going to need a little filler around where I'm trying to make a IAB replacement stock fit the Garret. I'm down to removing all the extra wood now. I got the barrel timed to the action and all machined. I really do enjoy your videos and your honesty in the way you make them.
@jondoe46672 жыл бұрын
When do was about 13 my grandparents took me on vacation to south Dakota. I feel it's one of the coolest places in the country to visit. Especially if you like old west history. 🇺🇲
@marctric3 жыл бұрын
Another great, informative and educational video Mike, thanks for sharing. And Axel's picture in the end was awesome.
@BigRooster6163 жыл бұрын
Nice . I have been loading my 1860 Army that same way for years . Love it brother
@bill72703 жыл бұрын
the first episodes with Wild Bill were definitely the best, though a great series overall. Can't find many Westerns these days...
@Schlachtschule3 жыл бұрын
Another great video as always, Mike; thank you for sharing. It's funny--I only got into cap and ball shooting about 5 or 6 years ago, and at that time there were almost no formers available except Cliff Manley's version (and they were hard to get). Now there are so many it's hard to choose, and they cover almost every caliber.
@hamm60353 жыл бұрын
A 59 has been on my bucket list forever
@stevencunningham46803 жыл бұрын
Excellent as always Mike. Waiting for the next one.
@patrickedwards71073 жыл бұрын
I've really pined after maybe owning a sharps reproduction. Handling them several times while in Gettysburg I always felt they were really a state of the art carbine for their time they are mechanically fascinating beautiful really as far as guns go. Lately I've had the pull to own an uberti 1851 navy repro likewise I'm fascinated by the life of JBH I'd really like to get acquainted with the gun that's synonymous with this figure that and theres an unused .36 ball mold sitting amongst my casting stuff.
@TheTraakon3 жыл бұрын
Gotta love the surprise cold nose in the morning.
@reccemik3 жыл бұрын
Mike - another great video!!! Now I need to get a Sharps carbine
@karsonbranham39003 жыл бұрын
Cool video! I would like to graduate to a straight razor, have been using a safety razor for years, and it is far superior to anything made today. Would love to see a video on your maintenance methods for the straight blade, how you sharpen and hone etc. Thanks for awesome content Mike!
@mrmicro223 жыл бұрын
Would love to see your take on black powder and inclement weather as recently discussed on InRANGE. Seems right up your alley. I appreciate your work.
@earlshaner44413 жыл бұрын
Hi from Syracuse NY brother and thank you for sharing your thoughts and adventures and everyone else
@spud4ever2903 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the "Star & Bullock" link (surprised Axle didn't get a "shave" after the "snooter in the pooper") !
@anthonydeveno90283 жыл бұрын
That is really neat Mike i might actually have to get a 1859 sharps
@fhorst412 жыл бұрын
Mike, that looks like a perfect project to collaborate with someone who has a 3D printer to fine tune your sizes on.
@michaelpriest62423 жыл бұрын
As he always does, Mike shoots straight. Often it's at Evil Roy This time it's at his full opinion of the cartridge former kit. Thank you Mr. B for the good, the bad, and the ugly (nick on your cheek.) :D
@callofthewillman44693 жыл бұрын
As always your video is awesome!! Please keep them coming!!
@ricktaylor574410 ай бұрын
Thanks Mike !
@boydbrooks78483 жыл бұрын
Very informative video. Thanks! I think I’ve heard Axel in the background on several of your videos. It’s good to finally see him!
@spud4ever2903 жыл бұрын
Mike does pretty good videos (always watch his video no-matter-what , and hit the "👍" button)!
@daveyjoweaver6282 Жыл бұрын
Great video much appreciated! Kind Thanks and Many Blessings! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania
@lynnie05263 жыл бұрын
I agree Deadwood is a great western Series second only to Lonesome Dove and the first 4 episodes are awesome (anything with Wild Bill is awesome LOL). My next firearm will be a 1859 Sharps Carbine. Great video as always Thanks John ( Doc Hickok )
@1106653 жыл бұрын
This is why I use Charlie tubes...more durable in bad weather..
@GaryED443 жыл бұрын
great stuff sir. Makes me want to buy a kit ASAP. Immediate thumbs up!
@vet68222 жыл бұрын
very good video. I always love to learn[more] about these Sharps.
@henrykrecklow8173 жыл бұрын
I've been waiting for someone to make one of these cartridge maker.
@TripleAAA533 жыл бұрын
Outstanding Mike !! A true labor of love !!
@jeremygunslinger19482 жыл бұрын
Ive used newspaper before. When i make rattailed rounds. Recycling at its best and saves me a few cents.
@bentalbert3503 жыл бұрын
This video must be of good sign, I rescued a very new to me perdisole sharps from the pawn shop today
@jeffryrichardson91053 жыл бұрын
Great information! To much work for me! Thank you!👍🏾😀❤️🇺🇸 poor puppy 🐶
@brucecycles4642 жыл бұрын
Great video Mike, and Axel Ha,ha😁
@jason60chevАй бұрын
Install a narrow slide, for Axel to slide down the stairs!!!!
@1stminnsharpshooters3413 жыл бұрын
enjoying the video so far... purchasing a 1959 sharps has been on my wish list for years.. *LIKED* the video pards --LT
@Rumblestrip3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Mike
@jameswilson14072 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video!!
@duelist19542 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@terrysmith8714 Жыл бұрын
Yoy the man Mike. Great video. Cheers.
@thomasflynn35843 жыл бұрын
After watching your sharp’s videos, I know regret having sold my sharp’s carbine. Great content, thanks Mike
@michaelcroy30262 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video as usual. Thanks. Keep up the good work.
@64samsky3 жыл бұрын
Another good video from you Mike, thank you.
@jollyjakelovell47873 жыл бұрын
Any talk of 'Deadwood' should be accompanied with imbibement of a can of peaches.
@Marc-zn7ok2 жыл бұрын
Very cool!
@wayneblair2883 жыл бұрын
Nice looking kit
@jwhiskey2423 жыл бұрын
I was taught to form a tail on the cartridge -similar to joint- and the breech simply cuts the end off.
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
Not with the Larry Flees breach block.
@Elkhorse3 жыл бұрын
My IAB will take 80. 60 was recommended load.
@garyh.72823 жыл бұрын
Just a dogs way of saying hello. All dogs go to heaven see we can love them forever.
@FelixstoweFoamForge2 жыл бұрын
I love Deadwood. Al Swerigen (miss-spelt I know) is an awesome, anti-hero. But somehow sympathetic.
@redsky85093 жыл бұрын
Dead Wood, shot at Melody Ranch in New Hall, CA. or Santa Clarita if you are newer. I know the piano player and some of the extras.
@JoelHarrison-pm9ui Жыл бұрын
Any thoughts on adding an inner-liner? Form the cartridge walls and base but have one or two slightly smaller diameter cartridge walls, insert them and you get increased side-wall rigidity and takes up the space you are using inert filler for.
@davidslone97763 жыл бұрын
I have used "water glass" (sodium silicate) instead of Elmer's glue, on the lead bullet. I was wondering if you had ever used that method, instead of Elmer's (which works fine as well) ? Thank you.
@johnauberry15003 жыл бұрын
I only recently got into black powder and found your channel. Currently watching all the video’s. Have you ever done a range tour? I live in the city but recently bought 25 acres about a hour away for the sole purpose of building a range.
@bayouknivesandoutdoors5013 жыл бұрын
Mike, I use the same type of can to dip my powder from also
@torturedtale493 жыл бұрын
thank you.
@michaelwashington44273 жыл бұрын
Yeah, I'm gonna have to check those Elements out, must burn pretty good...
@lordmaxwell73 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike love your videos. Is there any chance you would a ever make a homemade black powder video?
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
I don't see that happening...sorry, just not something I'm interested in. But, if I develop an interest in the future...who knows...
@jerryhammack13182 жыл бұрын
I love the Sharps rifles look! Sadly I am primarily a lefty, and the action is not very friendly to use for us!
@RoswellNative4 ай бұрын
Nice
@jason60chevАй бұрын
Seems like making an oversized revolver cartridge.
@davefellhoelter1343 Жыл бұрын
Hmm, I have a similar with over size tapper on my 44 formers? What If? you razor the paper sleeves flush at the top level of the holders? would you have a tapered paper cartridge ready to fit the bullet heel sized a bit better? I WANT A SHARPS BAD!!
@wadetitcombe99713 жыл бұрын
I once heard a story about a man who was rudely awakened by his chickens squaking in his hen house. We our friend grabbed his shot gun and went to the hen house bare foot and wearing only his union suit underwear. One of the buttons holding the trap door missing. As he was creeping into the hen house looking for a weasel to shoot, he old hound dog cold nosed him on his buttock cheek,and our friend killed 12 of his best laying hens. That said, are these the type of loads used by Berdans Sharp shooters during the Civil War?
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
No. They used cartridges where the tube eas made of starched and nitrated linen cloth.
@wrbruce61003 жыл бұрын
Always like your videos my friend. My daddy always told me to go to the head of the creek to the spring when you wanted the best drink of water. I figure your the head of the creek when it comes to black powder. I have a new 1858 Remington and when I cock it slow it lock up in place just fine, but when I do it faster the cylinder has to be turned back a quarter of a inch to lock up or go on to the next hole. Any ideas how to fix that or what is wrong.
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
Your hand might be a tiny bit too long. You can file it down...carefully...try it often. It requires a lot of disassembly/re-assembly, but it is generally worth it.
@453421abcdefg123453 жыл бұрын
This system seems to be a fail! If you have to modify the length, reduce the diameter of the former, and make the paper cases a different length you may as well make the whole thing in the first place, it also looks very dangerous having a "cartridge" that leaves a 1/4" air gap when loaded! Stay safe !
@ericsissenwein36013 жыл бұрын
Mike, how about “tacky” fabric glue for the bullet to case connection ?
@BigRooster6163 жыл бұрын
Axel poked you in the 🤔 and made you bleed 😂😂😂
@bunkstagner2983 жыл бұрын
That is neat tool, but I am loading for a carbine and rifle with different chamber depths for three different bullets which make loading complicated. So i am stuck with the dowel and a stack of templates but thanks anyway.
@victorshults2423 жыл бұрын
👍to axle
@rayyanma16083 жыл бұрын
I have grown to love the Sharp's. Question: Can Sharp's Rifles firing paper cartridges be converted to fire metallic cartridges?
@1106653 жыл бұрын
Yes, and they did after the war..but why do that now when you can buy both in repo form
@rayyanma16083 жыл бұрын
@@110665 Thank you for the answer. Now, I wasn't suggesting anybody go convert paper cartridge sharps, as there is no need for it today. I was just curious if it was possible.
@EdAtoZ3 жыл бұрын
Duelist, silly question, But if you were back in the day which chambering for the 1873 Winchester would you go for 38-40Win or 44-40Win.
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
.44-40… the .38-40 is a little flatter shooting, but at 1873 ranges that is a purely academic point. .44-40 would have had the best ammo availability.
@deputyspence93682 жыл бұрын
@duelist1954 Thanks for all your videos, they are really helpful. I am considering getting one of these kits and try making some of the chamber correct length cartridges for a sharps carbine. Question: Have you ever tried nitrating the paper before making the cartridges?
@duelist19542 жыл бұрын
Yes. It is unnecessary with the paper rifle cartridges. You get a cleaner, smoother cartridge without nitrating. If you make linen cartridges, you should nitrate the linen.
@deputyspence93682 жыл бұрын
@@duelist1954 Thank you Sir.
@FlashinthePan823 жыл бұрын
I have possibly a dumb question I think I know the answer to. Can you load the Sharps with loose powder and bullet. Seems like you could easily. Maybe you've done it before I just don't remember it. Thanks for your videos Mike. Love these old guns.
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
Yes. It is in my first Sharps video
@snappers_antique_firearms3 жыл бұрын
Hey duelist if you ever get the chance could you please do a video on the Flint for flintlocks. Like size length sharpness and when a flint is no longer any good. I got my first flintlock pistol. And these are questions I have that are hard to kind of find around on KZbin. Plus would like to hear it from somebody I trust
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
I’m planning a video on flintlocks for beginners. I’ll try to cover that.
@snappers_antique_firearms3 жыл бұрын
@@duelist1954 thank you, I'm looking forward to it. And thanks for sharing your knowledge with us.
@robertbennsky1588 Жыл бұрын
The former on this kit is too long for my Armi Sport Carbine. My chamber is only 1 1/8...That former is like 1 1/2 long
@generoush3823 Жыл бұрын
Does the kit work for the 1863 sharps or is there another available?
@duelist1954 Жыл бұрын
It will work with that Sharps,
@chrissanders72143 жыл бұрын
Hey Mike when are the guns of old west lawmen Texas rangers and British police video's coming out
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
Probably not until late in the Fall
@chrissanders72143 жыл бұрын
@@duelist1954 that's cool I've just been anticipating those video's they're going to be awesome
@trevorevans733 жыл бұрын
Are you lubing the cartridge? If so, how?
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
After I make the cartridges I dip the bullets in melted lube.
@scurrey84893 жыл бұрын
Lubed wad instead of the powder filler?
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
You can. The circle fly .50 cushion wads have been out of stock for months, or I probably would have used them.
@scurrey84893 жыл бұрын
@@duelist1954 thanks I just got my first 1851 navy because of you! Love it! I have a .36 caliper paper cartridge kit and I am going to start rolling then with the wads.
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
@@scurrey8489 in a .36 cartridge, a wad takes up valuable powder space. Also, in hot weather the lube will migrate. Contaminating the powder, and weakening the paper tube. I would only use an un-lubed wad as a spacer in a big cartridge. Your best bet is dipping the bullets in hot lube after you make the cartridges.
@scurrey84893 жыл бұрын
@@duelist1954 got it thanks!
@mattparker97263 жыл бұрын
9:00 what is that buzzing? A bad ballast??
@duelist19543 жыл бұрын
Yeah. My shop light
@jolo43692 жыл бұрын
I feel like it doesn't make a long enough cartridge
@duelist19542 жыл бұрын
You can make it as long as you need. My cartridges are sized exactly to the chamber of my Pedersoli Sharps.
@jolo43692 жыл бұрын
@@duelist1954 yeah I just watch your other long cartridge video
@BlackPowderTherapist Жыл бұрын
Do you compete in the N-SSA?
@duelist1954 Жыл бұрын
No, I don't
@bh-21983 жыл бұрын
Good thing you aren't supplying a repeating weapon that requires hundreds of paper cartridges.
@Tammy-un3ql3 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍
@j9medeiros2 жыл бұрын
the kit is good but the paper punch sucks .
@dlh1947us3 жыл бұрын
really, your gonna blame your dog wow so lame.😁😁😏
@3ducs3 жыл бұрын
This video comes a day after I returned my Armi Sport Sharps 1859 to the gun shop, it looked very pretty but someone messed it up badly. But all is not lost, I came home today, after a number of trades, with an Uberti/Winchester Model 1873 in .45 Colt. Very lightly used, possibly unfired. I really liked the Sharps, but the 1873 isn't chopped liver.