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Today we talk with author and historian Jay Hopkins about his history in collecting muzzleloaders and how a lifetime of learning and losing mentors inspired him to write 3 books collecting his knowledge of southern horns.
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In this episode, we catch up with Jake Book and chat about his latest immersive event, "Dark and Bloody Ground".
Jake and I chat about the event, it's planning, and what he's learned for the next one.
I hope this conversation provides some context for immersive events and helps you understand another part of this community to ultimately get involved and have some fun.
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Today we're talking with Dave Person and Maria Gray about the work their doing at Braintree Hill. Dave and Maria specialize in British arms from the muzzleloading period, but enter other avenues as we discuss. Dave and Maria are a unique pair, aged more than 50 years apart, the story of how they met, and how they continue to work together is a special one. I'm excited for you to hear it today.
The Gunshoppe at Braintree Hill is composed of two artisans recreating historically accurate firearms from the 17th, 18th, and early 19th centuries. We are dedicated to creating examples of the finest flintlock firearms of the period that merge art with function.
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Today I'm talking with Jeff Warner about his and the PA Federation of Blackpowder Shooters initiative to ADD flintlock muzzleloader hunting to the early Pennsylvania hunting season.
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I've been itching to get into more research-focused projects and this is my first go at that. Trade Guns are a class of firearm made in northern Europe during the early 17th century. These guns were made specifically for barter to the natives of sub-Saharan Africa, North America, and South America
By 1670 they had earned a reputation for being the “Cheapest, most dangerous to use firearm that money could buy” - SJ Gooding
We’re going to look at how these arms went from being cheap trade trash to some of the finest, notable arms made before the 20th century When this was just an idea, I had a simple view of the NW trade gun.
After researching, I’ve found a whole lot more that really shifts what I thought the North West trade gun was and is.
It’s a fascinating story, this is just scratching the surface.
CHAPTERS 0:00 An Introduction to the Northwest Trade Gun 11:32 The Evolution of the Northwest Trade Gun 12:27 The Hudson Bay Company 18:41 The North West Company 24:30 The Late 18th Century 31:10 Government Gift Guns 37:31 The 19th Century 41:22 The Last Flintlocks 43:08 Research Sources
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Today we're talking to Eddie Davenport about some of the muzzleloading news coming out of the SHOT Show 2025.
We'll cover the Pedersoli Baker, Traditions, CVA, Thompson Center and a few more.
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In a bit of a deviation from my information focused format, today I'm sharing some of my thoughts on muzzleloading news, trends and culture. I try to pose some questions and thoughts to get all of our gears turning to capitalize on the new year where we can.
Let me know your thoughts anytime in the comments or via email.
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2024 was generally light on muzzleloading news, apparently saving it for the last few weeks. In this edition of Muzzleloading News, we touch on the big stories of the end of 2025 and some exciting news coming from the first week of 2025.
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0:04 GOEX Updates, or lack thereof.
1:14 Percussion caps
5:21 Thompson/Center Updates
7:38 New Lock from L&R
9:02 InvestArm Quality Issues
11:18 Kibler Hawken Updates
13:07 Events Season
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Today I sit down with Alison and Tom Hall to talk about their history with muzzleloading, what Traditions is all about, and what they have planned for the future. Tom is a muzzleloading industry veteran, it was great to talk with him about contemporary muzzleloading history and about how the industry has changed since the 1970s.
Alison is the marketing manager for Traditions and brings her own perspective about the sport, its history and how the industry has changed. She shares the story of her first hunt and what it's like working in the muzzleloading industry.
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Today we talk with Alex from the Frontier Trading Company about his experience at the 2024 NMLRA Spring National Shoot, hear about his upcoming projects and discuss what his mindset is heading into hunting season.
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Today we’re talking with Gregg Ritz about the long awaited return of Thompson/Center. Many, myself included thought the news of Thompson/Center’s divestment spelled out the end of the company and an American Legacy, but thatnks to Gregg and his team, that isn’t the case.
I’m asking Gregg some of the questions you want answered. We’re talking about timelines, production schedules, what will be made first, and when we can expect to see a Thompson/Center Hawken back in the hands of muzzleloading enthusiasts.
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Gregg Ritz® is a highly respected household name in every arena of the outdoor industry. His extensive and diverse role in television has led to success in other avenues, including personality endorsement, brand management, mergers and acquisitions, and many other industry-shaping pursuits.
Gregg is also one of the industry’s most accomplished hunters, with a long list of record book-caliber accomplishments across the globe. For the past 30 years his dedication for adventure hunting is unmatched, his technical muzzleloading expertise and passion for archery is world renowned, his scouting and land management skills are second-to-none, and his use of innovative hunting tactics has made him an authority on big game hunting worldwide.
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In this episode, I talk with my wife Paisley about our first family living history experience, what we learned and what we plan on doing to improve our impression and equipment for next time. Paisley and I have day-tripped to events since we were dating but things never lined up with work to become participants at an event, that all changed this year where we are planning on being out almost 10 weekends in 2024.
We aren't professionals by any means and we are still learning, but we wanted to share some of the planning we did to do our best to make sure we, and our toddler had a great time in the 18th century.
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Brian LaMaster is a master gunsmith, craftsman, and artist. He handcrafts early rifles and fowlers, offers fine restorations, and is an expert in Kentucky rifle styles. An appraiser, consultant, advisor, restorer, creator, and historian, Brian’s knowledge, experience, and work is highly valued.
A true enthusiast, Brian’s interest in all guns is lifelong—and he believes every gun, in any condition, reveals something to be learned. In addition to 18th and 19th century rifles and fowlers, he collects bags, horns, tomahawks, swords, furniture, tools, and Native American trade guns. He learned under the tutelage of Keith Casteel in Woodstock, Virginia in 1985, becoming a full-time master gunsmith in 1992.
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Today we're talking with artisan Kris Daman about his history in muzzleloading, how he got started and how that journey lead him to rediscovering some almost long lost artforms. Kris recreates the artwork many today don't have the stomach for, from skinning and tanning to weaving and more.
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Tentatively named "Hang Fire", this archive of a livestream talk with Jason Gatliff is a casual episode where we answer questions about muzzleloading, history and "what ifs" live from the audience.
Hang Fire is delayed ignition in a muzzleloader, I thought the word worked well for something like this that isn't "live", but still holds some fun conversation and learning opportunity. Like the format? Let us know via email @ ilovemuzzleloading@gmail.com and follow us on instagram to be a part of the next one.
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I recognize the audio quality isn't the best, I'll be setting up better equipment for the next one.
This is in no way replacing our regular interviews, these are made in addition to the scheduled interviews.
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Idaho looks to be the target of pressures to open up it’s muzzleloading season.
This news story comes from a tip from the Idaho Wildlife Federation. For full transparency, they are against this bill.
Idaho Wildlife Federation Alert- https://idahowildlife.org/news/action-alert-ho469
Last fall, Idaho Fish and Game proposed a change to allow lead and non-lead projectiles in their muzzleloader season. While in committee to discuss the change, legislators reportedly felt the changes didn't do enough and have introduced HB 469 as an alternative change
HB 469 seeks to legislativly direct the IDFG to not adopt or enforcing any rule that makes it unlawful to use 209 primers, pelletized powder, or sabots in a muzzleloader-only season.
Initial perception - very round-about and forceful way to open up Idaho’s current muzzleloaders season via state legislature, not the IDFG.
The 2023 Edition of IDGF Big Game Seasons and Rules only uses the word “traditional” twice, not in reference to muzzleloaders. Idaho Fish and Game’s documentation never mentions the idea of historic preservation or traditional muzzleloading appreciation anywhere. This is important because that point is the key fulcrum of this argument here and across the United States.
(It could be argued that this conversation over words and meanings is happening across American Culture right now, but we’re going to stick to muzzle loading. Keep an eye out though in your day-to day life)
Based on Idaho’s rules, Idaho appears to have a more “traditionally” focused muzzleloader season but,
To be blunt, nothing in Idaho’s Fish and Game says anythign about keeping muzzleloading traditional, it’s a big ol’ legal hole in the “traditional” argument that can be driven through with a truck.
IDWF blog post on HB469 with an action alert,
BREAKING: Idaho Legislators Setting Seasons, Again — Idaho Wildlife Federation
ISWF Legislative Bill Tracker where people can see the bills relating to fish and wildlife, a little about them, our stance on each bill, and a signup for our weekly updates and action alerts for the 2024 session,
Idaho Bill Tracker — Idaho Wildlife Federation
This is the Idaho House Resources and Conservation Committee homepage. Agendas for meetings are listed here and there are links for people to sign up to testify in person or remotely during meetings,
HRES – Idaho State Legislature
If people want to provide input on HB469 they can call the House Resources and Conservation Committee at (208)332-1136, or send an email to hres@house.idaho.gov
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Today we're talking with Benjamin Quearry about his history in muzzleloading, and what he loves about the American Southern Mountain Rifle.
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Topics & Timestamps
00:01:00 How Ben got started
00:53:00 Ben's drawing Plans - https://logcabinshop.com/oc30/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=84157
01:32:00 Gunsmith of Williamsburg
01:35:00 Southern Rifles and their changes
01:43:00 What brings you back to the southern rifle?
01:48 Tips for the aspiring Craftsman
Ben's Recommendations
Books -
Links
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Today we're taking a look at the current state of percussion caps in the United States and how past years can inform what will happen with percussion cap availability in 2024.
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Join the CLA today to learn more about longrifle artisanship - https://www.longrifle.com
Join the TMLA to learn more about traditional muzzleloaders -http://traditionalmuzzleloadingassociation.org
Join the NMLRA today to learn more about muzzleloading - https://www.nmlra.org
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In this video I address one of the questions I get asked the most, "How can I get into Muzzleloading"? I share my thoughts on what your first or next muzzleloader should be in 2024 and why. I also share my recomendation on what kind of muzzleloader you should start with
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