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The Development of the Rifle-Musket Load

Mike Howell July 22, 2016

The rifle-musket is the primary firearm used on the N-SSA firing line.  This is a brief introduction to setting up a good load.

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In What is Skirmishing, New Skirmisher Tags Competitive Shooting, Rifle Musket
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Musket, Rifle, Rifle-Musket, and Rifled Musket – a Guide to Nomenclature

Mike Howell March 24, 2016

What is the difference between a musket and a rifle?  This guide will help you understand the differences.

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In How to Skirmish Tags Musket, Rifle Musket, Skirmishing, Guide
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North-South Skirmish Association  |  480 Chalybeate Springs Rd., Winchester, Virginia

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N-SSA promotes the competitive shooting of Civil War firearms and artillery while encouraging the preservation of battlefields, artifacts, clothing and education of the period.

 

North-South Skirmish Association | 480 Chalybeate Springs Rd, Winchester, VA, 22603, United States
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