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Follow Matty's work on facebookToday we're talking with Matty Ward about his history in muzzleloading and living history, how his interests have changed and how he balances 21st century life and being a father with his passion for history. Matty Ward is a maker devoted to needle, thread, and the quiet art of handwork. Each piece I create is stitched by hand, guided by historical practice, patience, and a deep respect for the craft as it was known centuries ago. The Stitched Waldo creates custom, hand-sewn men’s and boys’ garments inspired by the 18th century.Pre-order a "Ditch Rat Mess" Sticker hereLearn more about this and many other things related to muzzleloading at ILoveMuzzleloading.comDon't miss the Kalamazoo Living History Show, March 21-22, 2026. Learn more at KalamazooShow.comMusic by Hawken Horse and used with permission Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Something that started as a "side business" has turned into a second career for Chris Laubach of Pennsylvania. Trained as a Tool and Die maker turned product development designer, Chris' focus has turned to his boyhood time in the shop with his father where he designs and manufactures locks, sights, and other muzzleloading accoutrements for today's enthusiast.In this episode we talk about Chris' background, being a student of icons like Wallace Gusler, and how this recent leap of faith has changed everything.Follow Chris here:https://williamsburgforge.com/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077024997427Learn more about this and many other things related to muzzleloading at ILoveMuzzleloading.comDon't miss the Kalamazoo Living History Show, March 21-22, 2026. Learn more at KalamazooShow.comMusic by Hawken Horse and used with permission Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Chris Supinger about his story in muzzleloading, how he got started in the 80s and how he kept his passion going while raising a family. Chris passed his love of history to his daughter and now they share research and ideas back and forth. Chris also works with a local site and group of volunteers to give others the opportunity to fall in love with history just as he did. Learn more about this and many other things related to muzzleloading at ILoveMuzzleloading.comDon't miss the Kalamazoo Living History Show, March 21-22, 2026. Learn more at KalamazooShow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I share some stories from my friend Max, who got into muzzleloading in 1962, on the cusp of a cultural wave that would define the next 30 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with 21 year old Ben Starnes about his muzzleloading story. Ben got his start at a young age as a lover of history, books caught him first, then local museum programs showed him what it could be like to re-create history; from there, he was hooked. He's participated in American Civil War events, but currently focuses on the American War for Independence where he is a member of the "Lincoln County Militia" representing a unit from the Carolina backcountry. Militia impressions are quintessential Americana, but he doesn't stop there. Ben and his Unit can also portray British Light Infantry if the need is there, showing their dedication to history and a passion for sharing it with others.Ben is a young man in a community of "grey hairs", I hope you enjoy his story and perspectives on muzzle loading and living history. Follow Ben's Unit: https://www.facebook.com/LincolnCountyMilitiahttps://www.instagram.com/lincoln_countyregt?igsh=N2gybGd2eWlpMGY2Learn more about this and many other things related to muzzleloading at ILoveMuzzleloading.comDon't miss the Kalamazoo Living History Show, March 21-22, 2026. Learn more at KalamazooShow.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Read the full press release: https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/blog/estes-energetics-owner-of-goex-blackpowder-plant-acquired-by-voyager-technologies Voyager Technologies announced Nov. 20 it acquired Estes Energetics, a supplier of solid rocket motors and energetic materials. The move underscores Washington’s push to rebuild domestic production lines for critical defense components. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Learn more at https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.Read Jake's blog - https://shirttailmess.blogspot.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.Follow their work online: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571370634703, https://www.instagram.com/bh_vt_gunshoppe/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join to get access to perks & support the program: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7OQvf6lnzYUw8_g7ehxR_Q/joinToday 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. Sign the petition here: https://www.change.org/p/implement-a-fall-flintlock-only-hunting-season-in-pennsylvania Learn more at https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/ Click here to SUBSCRIBE - http://bit.ly/ILMvideo Videos also available on Utreon - https://utreon.com/c/ILoveMuzzleloading/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join to get access to perks & support the program: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7OQvf6lnzYUw8_g7ehxR_Q/join 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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we talk with David Stavlo from Lodgewood Manufacturing about his story in muzzleloading and how he left college and purchased an aging business with no safety net. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join to get access to perks & support the program2024 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. Learn more at https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/ Click here to SUBSCRIBE - http://bit.ly/ILMvideo Videos also available on Utreon - https://utreon.com/c/ILoveMuzzleloading/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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEFollow the Frontier Trading Company on YoutubeCheck out the Frontier Trading Company Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEAbout GregGregg 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEVist Brian's Website - https://lamasterarms.com/Brian's Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@LaMasterArmsBrian's Seminar from the 2023 Gunmakers Fair at Kempton - https://youtu.be/bq-DvvpTvDk?si=HkfTlyujHOVvtob6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. Follow Kris' work online: Instagram. madtanner67 , Facebook kris.daman.5Resources/books Mentioned in this episodeLinks may include affiliate links that support the websiteFingerweaving article written by Tim Connin featured in "The Book of Buckskinning VI": https://amzn.to/3Jj3mdyChippewa Customs (Publications of the Minnesota Historical Society) Paperback – October 15, 1979https://amzn.to/4aBM4o7“Without them there would be no smoking, Isaac Walters” - https://frenchinwisconsin.couleetech.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/8/2013/03/Without-them-there-would-be-no-smoking-shared.pdfDeerskin and Duffles - https://amzn.to/3w5HxepGive us good measure- https://amzn.to/3U35RWjThe Fur Trade in Canada: An Introduction to Canadian Economic History (The Canada 150 Collection) by Harold A. Innis - ttps://amzn.to/3UlsxCp Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 @ [email protected] and follow us on instagram to be a part of the next one.https://www.instagram.com/ilovemuzzleloadingI 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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-ho469Last 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 changeHB 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.Links from Kyle and the IDWF:IDWF blog post on HB469 with an action alert,BREAKING: Idaho Legislators Setting Seasons, Again — Idaho Wildlife FederationISWF 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 FederationThis 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 LegislatureIf 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 [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Benjamin Quearry about his history in muzzleloading, and what he loves about the American Southern Mountain Rifle.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBETopics & Timestamps00:01:00 How Ben got started00:53:00 Ben's drawing Plans - https://logcabinshop.com/oc30/index.php?route=product/product&product_id=8415701:32:00 Gunsmith of Williamsburg01:35:00 Southern Rifles and their changes01:43:00 What brings you back to the southern rifle?01:48 Tips for the aspiring CraftsmanBen's RecommendationsBooks -Fox Fire 5Complete Modern BlacksmithRecreating the American LongrifleGunsmith of Grenville County$50 Knife ShopKnife in Homespun America by Madison GrantLinks American Longrifles ForumBen's instagramBen's email - [email protected]'s Hall Video TourMcinturf Rifle Video Tour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.Learn more at https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/ Click here to SUBSCRIBE http://bit.ly/ILMvideo Videos also available on Utreon - https://utreon.com/c/ILoveMuzzleloading  Join the HCH to learn more about traditional horn work - http://www.hornguild.org Join the CLA today to learn more about longrifle artisanship - https://www.longrifle.comJoin the TMLA to learn more about traditional muzzleloaders -http://traditionalmuzzleloadingassociation.org Join the NMLRA today to learn more about muzzleloading - https://www.nmlra.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 Learn more at https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/ Click here to SUBSCRIBE - http://bit.ly/ILMvideo Videos also available on Utreon - https://utreon.com/c/ILoveMuzzleloading Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with my friend Barry about his history in muzzleloading, how that transitioned into a focus on collecting historic arms, and how THAT leads into recreating historical cartridges for those arms. I also ask Barry his thoughts on the new Napoleon film and we talk a bit more about how popular culture influences muzzleloading and the muzzleloading community.Follow Barry on Youtube I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEQuestions asked in this episodeHow you got started in muzzleloadingHow did you get into collectingDid/do you have other interests that align with antique arms and historyWhat kinds of arms do you collectWhat kind of a collector are you? - Leads into shoots, load dev, etcWhat makes you want to collect somethingRed flags in collectingNapoleon review Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Bob Vogt, muzzleloading enthusiast, secretary of the Gemmer Muzzleloading Club, and one of the principal members involved in organizing the Hawken Classic. We're speaking to Bob about his history in muzzleloading and how he came to be such a great promoter of his local club. Bob speaks about what he does to promote the club, its events and its history.In the second half we're talking to Bob about a recent challenge he and his team have faced after losing their event location for the 2024 Hawken Classic. Bob gives us an outline of what happened and how he hopes you can navigate cultural changes to protect your events, clubs and communities. Bob and the Hawken Classic aren't the only events facing these issues, across the country events are closing their gates or changing radically in an attempt to navigate troubled waters. Culture continues to change and if we want muzzleloading to be around for future generations we need to be prepared, as Bob puts it, to have more conversations about what we love and why we are so passionate about it. I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereWe are pleased to share that the 2024 Hawken Classic has found its location. See details below. Open to the Public: May 17-19, 2024Friday 10am – 5pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday Noon – 5pmLocation: The Lewis and Clark Boat House and Museum. 1050 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301LINKSThe Gemmer Muzzleloading ClubThe Hawken Classic Web PageThe Hawken Classic Facebook Group Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Missouri legislators voted on May 10, 2023 and passed a bill that designates the Hawken rifle as Missouri’s official state rifle. The original House bill (HB 224) was sponsored by Representative Mazzie Boyd(R) and was subsequently attached to a Senate bill in order to expedite the outcome. The action, pending Governor Parson’s signature, marks Missouri as the 7th state in the Union to elevate a rifle to official state status. Representative Doug Clemmons (D) co-sponsored the original bill. Today I speak with Representative Mazzie Boyd who was one of the legislative leaders of the mission to recognize the Hawken as Missouri's state rifle. We discuss some of the legislative process that made this happen as well as the cultural impact recognition like this can have. I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereLINKShttps://www.facebook.com/mazzieformissouri https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/blog/missouri-state-representative-mazzie-boyd-announces-the-hawken-rifle-as-the-official-missouri-state-rifle"Show Me the Hawkens" by Jeff Jaeger: https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/blog/missouri-names-hawken-the-official-state-rifle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Aaron Moystner, a muzzleloading enthusiast with a taste for muzzleloading shotgun competition. Aaron is a lifelong muzzleloading shooter whose grandfather got him started at the age of 4. As Aaron got older, his grandfather would bring Aaron and a step stool to local matches so Aaron could shoot. While Aaron enjoys all aspects of muzzleloading, his current focus is muzzleloading shotguns and competing with them. In this episode, Aaron answers some questions many of us have about muzzleloading shotguns and discusses some of the differences between hunting and competition muzzleloaders. We dive deep into the different kinds of matches out there as well as the thought process of a competition shooter. LINKS: Watch Muzzleloading Shotgun competitions in action: https://youtu.be/X31IDCTXykkThe I Love Muzzleloading Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ilovemuzzleloading/ The NMLRA: NMLRA.orgI'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEQuestions asked in this episode:How did you get your start in muzzleloading?What’s your current focus on muzzleloading?What eras do you enjoy and what do you enjoy about them?Muzzleloading shotguns are a whole universe of themselves, there’s so much depth:Can you tell me a little bit about muzzleloading shotguns, and how vast the offerings are?What are your favorite matches to shoot with a muzzleloading shotgun?Is there much crossover in the skills of shooting a muzzleloading shotgun and modern shotguns?Are you hunting much with muzzleloaders/muzzleloading shotguns?Do you hunt with the same shotguns you shoot competition with?What tips do you have for folks new to muzzleloading? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Idaho Fish and Game is looking for input from hunters about a proposed rule change that could affect your choices for muzzleloading projectiles in the state. Read the proposed rule change on page 272: https://adminrules.idaho.gov/bulletin/2023/10.pdf All written comments must be directed to the undersigned and must be delivered on or before October 25, 2023. Amber Worthington Deputy Director Idaho Department of Fish and Game 600 S. Walnut Street P.O. Box 25 Boise, ID 83707 Phone (208) 334-3771 Fax (208) 334-4885 Email: [email protected]:00 Proposed Rule Change1:35 Northwest Legal Muzzleloader Rules 2:18 Arguments for and Against 6:35 GET INVOLVED 7:13 The Change of Cultural Funnels into Muzzleloading and how we change them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are talking with Jake from "Everything Blackpowder" about how a VHS tape started a long and explosive journey into muzzleloading. Jake runs the "Everything Blackpowder" YouTube channel known most prominently for its "DIY Powder" series, but Jake has expanded on that content in recent years. Jake answers questions, provides feedback, and tests out age-old black powder theories to see if they are real or myths. From trick shots to real-world question answering, Jake is becoming a wonderful resource for muzzleloading enthusiasts with questions.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a big week for muzzleloading news, today we're jumping in with some updates. First up we have a new proposed rule by the ATF that could require you to document how much powder you have and where it is stored. It's a proposed rule, but I think you should know about it. The comment period is open right now. Please leave a professional comment about why you oppose this rule. Then we've got Team USA taking gold at the MLAIC Long Range World Championships, congrats to everyone involved! Big news for GOEX Fans, the first shipment of Estes Energetics owned GOEX blackpowder (Newly manufactured) is expected to arrive at the NMLRA just in time for the Fall Championship shoot, September 9-17. It sounds like NMLRA members at the event will be the first to have the chance to purchase the first run of newly manufactured GOEX blackpowder. In muzzleloading industry news, the Traditions Shoehorn and CVA Crossfire have been released. We're seeing continued demand for muzzleloaders, but increased demand for traditional muzzleloaders. A good sign for the preservation of the sport if you ask me! I'll be at the NMLRA Shoot this weekend, if you see me on the grounds, don't hesitate to say hi and tell me what you love about muzzleloading! Links: ATF Proposed Powder Storage Log: https://www.regulations.gov/document/ATF-2023-0001-0001Team USA @ MLAIC Long Range World Championships- https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/blog/team-usa-takes-mid-range-long-range-overall-at-mlaic-world-championshipGOEX Update- https://www.ilovemuzzleloading.com/blog/1st-goex-shipment-expected-at-nmlra-fall-national-shootEddie Davenport MLAIC Fundraiser - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-me-aim-high-at-the-world-championship?utm_campaign=p_cp+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm_source=customer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a short episode today folks as I recover from late summer travel and learning to be a dad to a toddler. This year I volunteered my time to the Gunmakers Fair at Kempton, filming and documenting the educational seminars at the event for those who could not attend and future generations. In this episode I discuss the seminars and some of the videos coming out of them. I also share a quick update about the program and its future this fall. Thanks for sticking around everyone. Getting back on track soon.Find the seminars online at https://www.youtube.com/@GunmakersFairatKemptonKeep up with the Gunmakers Fair and their 2024 event : https://www.gunmakersfair.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Jeff Jaeger. Jeff is a historian, collector, and all-around enjoyer of muzzleloading, but he didn't come into muzzleloading as anyone I've ever talked to on the show has before. You see, Jeff grew up in Wisconsin in the 60s and 70s. Like many of you, he grew up watching Fess Parker as Daniel Boone on television when he got home from school, but that was all the exposure to muzzleloading he had until his early 30s. Although he was an avid hunter and outdoorsman through his childhood, Jeff and his area missed much of the American Bicentennial fever that swept the nation. Even the uproar created around "Jerimiah Johnson" and the Thompson/Center Hawken didn't make it into Jeff's world. It wasn't until Jeff was visiting an antique shop in North Carolina that he saw his first true American Longrifle. That antique shop and a little bit of chance would go on to change Jeff's life forever. I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEJeff Jaeger has been a collector and student of Indiana-made muzzle-loading rifles for over 25 years. He believes that while architecture, engraving, or craftsmanship should be appreciated, it’s the stories of the gunsmiths who crafted the rifles that make them most interesting. Jaeger is known for coauthoring John Small of Vincennes, Gunsmith on the Western Frontier with the late collector, Jim Dresslar in 2009.Topics Discussed in this Episode:Albert Lindert’s BookIndiana Antiques Arms Collectors Association Jim Dressler, John Small Collector: https://www.facebook.com/people/Indiana-Antique-Arms-Collectors-Association/100064626766504/Richard Day, Mr. Vincinnes: “The Pictorial History of Vincennes”NMLRAKRAGrouseland: https://grouseland.org/Indiana State Rifle: https://statesymbolsusa.org/symbol-official-item/indiana/military-firearms/grouseland-rifleMel Hankla, “Strike for our Country’s Good”: https://youtu.be/gWIr10dhnm0American Society of Arms CollectorsIf you buy something from an embedded link, I Love Muzzleloading may earn a commission. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"You can learn a lot from history, but you can also learn a lot from the people who are passionate about history."Today, I'm joined by Jake Book, who shares his family's interest with muzzle loading and living history. We're going to talk about how his dad's interest in history and the popular media wave of the 1970s led him to being a part of a muzzle loading club, and starting his own business in the early 1980s.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEJake attended events with his parents from a young age and had a defining experience in his early teens when he met Nathan Kobuck and others doing serious historic impressions. Jake continued to stay in the hobby and found his own thing within it, which led to heavy research on clothing and using period equipment.Jake talks about his interest in living history and how he got into it. He explains that his dad's interest in history and muzzle loading influenced him from a young age. Jake attended events with his parents and was exposed to the hobby. However, it wasn't until he attended his first 'immersion event' where he becamed hooked on a whole new section of the hobby. He also discusses the challenges and rewards of limiting oneself to a specific time and place in history, as well as the impact of the internet on research. Jake shares memorable experiences from living history events, including an immersive event based on historical captive narratives that he helped plan and host. The conversation highlights the unique challenges and experiences that come with participating in living history and muzzle loading.Topics:Buckskinning by George Glenn (book): 00:01:27The Possibles Pouch (business): 00:03:35Smoking Fires (business): 00:05:04Jim Townsend (business): 00:05:04Bedford Village (event): 00:06:43Nathan Kobuck (person): 00:07:34Daniel Boone (historical figure): 00:06:43Davy Crockett (historical figure): 00:06:43The Light in the Forest (movie): 00:00:23Johnny Tremain (movie): 00:00:23(National Congress of Old West Shootists): 00:10:32The 76ers: 00:11:52The White Stripes: 00:12:19Augusta County Militia: 00:16:10Wilburn Farm: 00:16:43 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hi I'm Ethan and I love muzzleloading and this is your muzzleloading news from the 2023 NRA show. Episode Chapters0:04 CCI Percussion Caps Update 4:00 Blackhorn 209 Woes 8:08 CVA advises you find powder and primers before getting a Paramount 10:27 Traditions Shedhorn hands on 12:36 Hornady ELD-X Muzzleloader going into production soon 14:49 Pedersoli, Lyman absent from show 15:50 Let me know your questions and I'll try to answer themFirst up the availability of percussion caps. I was able to meet with a representative from CCI at the NRA show they did confirm that percussion caps are going back into production here sometime in June.We were able to confirm something that many of us already knew really about Blackhorn 209, but it is produced in Canada and the manufacturing facility isn't really owned by Hodgdon based on what I was able to find out here. The powder line is manufactured and sold through Hodgdon but Hodgdon themselves don't have any control over the actual production facility, it's not like a Hodgdon facility with a Hodgdon sign out front. It’s not confirmed by Hodgdon here but based on what I've kind of gathered, that production line is almost rented out or or accessible by Hodgdon for a run of powder but it's not under Hodgdon's control. Second here is that Blackhorn 209 powder is a double based, double extruded powder according to Hodgdon. It's a complex powder to make it's also very chemically similar to a powder that's in high demand from the military and other military contracts. And while they weren't going into that information fully in depth here we were able to kind of confirm that the powder is in demand and powders near it chemically are in demand by Western militaries. Connected to a little bit of the the percussion cap shortage and the Blackhorn 209 issues that we've seen we saw a statement released before the NRA show from CVA muzzleloaders recommending that if you are interested in picking up a CVA Paramount Muzzleloader, their premiere long range muzzleloaders they recommend that you find a supply and and purchase your supply of Blackhorn 209 and large rifle primers before you purchase your Paramount.I was able to talk with Traditions at the NRA show this year about the availability of the shed horn and actually see one in person which was really exciting we've only kind of seen those side view photographs of the shed horn since its launch.Last up I was able to talk with Hornady about the ELD-X muzzleloading bullet and its release time frame. Representatives from Hornady did say that they've got finally the final tip mold for these bullets to go into production. They say that the mold process has to be so perfect that it takes so long to get a quality mold made, but they've got the mold for the plastic tips that go into these bullets now and they're ready to go in production here in May and June and we should start seeing them on shelves pretty quickly after that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/h2IyP7LhbRQMuzzleloading enthusiasts may be able to breathe a sigh of relief this June. In a conversation I had with a CCI representative at the 2023 NRA Show, it was shared that CCI will be starting it’s next production run of percussion caps in June 2023, with expected retail release coming shortly after in July and August.EPISODE CHAPTERS 0:36 When Are Percussion Caps coming back? 1:20 Why are there no percussion caps 4:25 This distributor got 2 Million Caps, but that's only 10% of his order 6:41 CCI/Federal Partnership? 6:55 What questions do you have about percussion caps? I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’re talking with songwriter Andrew Scott Wills about his passion for history, his love of muzzleloading, and how that love spawned “Hawken Horse”I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEAfter more than a decade writing songs in Nashville, hit-songwriter Andrew Scott Wills put down his Music Row lunchbox to chase something that’s been chasing him for years. He formed Hawken Horse with the vision of capturing the same fascination that’s consumed him since that day along the Little Miami: the American Frontier.His songwriting puts the spotlight on the good and the ugly of frontier history with inspiring lyrics that spark an inner yearning for discovery, independence and survival.With the help of a possible's bag of skilled musicians and collaborators, Wills has been able to forge a collection of stories that have been literally centuries in the making. "Hawken Horse makes music for those who yearn to go back and those who never left," Wills says.https://hawkenhorse.com/Hawken Horse Music - https://hawkenhorse.com/pages/musicHawken Horse on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/artist/4DpWFl0oy9bRr4aZVR9YTO?si=9ub3hp-yTIGVK3YdW9xFfA&referral=labelaffiliate&utm_source=1011lwIRmBzX&utm_medium=Indie_Distrokid&utm_campaign=labelaffiliate&nd=1Hawken Horse on Apple Music- https://music.apple.com/us/artist/hawken-horse/1608415152https://www.instagram.com/hawkenhorseband/Music recommendationsPete Kosky, Songs of the Alleghany Frontier Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Hill is a 5th generation American craftsman working in his grandfather’s shop. At 10 years old, Robert started making knives in the family shop. His father and grandfather would soon carve out some space in the old log tobacco barn for the young man and his experiments. I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEFollow Robert on Instagram @HillandHill_ForgeSee Photos of the work we discuss in this episodeAs of writing, Robert is continuing his studies of Anthropology, with an interesting cultural anthropology. You can find him in lecture halls drawing in the margins of his notebooks, or demonstrating historic crafts at the local historic sites. His work is viewable on Instagram and Robert often participates on the American Longrifles Forum. Robert hopes to launch a website in the near future to showcase more of his work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Colton Fleetwood a young man dedicated to muzzleloading competitions about the 2023 Alvin C. York Memorial shoot. Colton gives us a report of how the York went this year and a little bit of information about chunk shooting for those of you wanting to try something new.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn moreMuzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreWatch this video about Chunk/Over the Log Shooting to learn moreLearn more about the Alvin C. York Memorial Shoot at their website hereThe Alvin C. York Memorial shoot is held each spring in Pall Mall, Tennessee. The shoot has been held every year since 1993. The location is a pasture on the farm that was deeded to Sgt. York after his heroic acts during World War I. The farm is now a TN state park.This shoot is a reenactment of the over the log shoots held and attended by Sgt. York, both before and after the WW1. For those who choose to participate in the shoot, dress of the early 1900s is the order of the day. Gentlemen wearing bib overalls sporting very wide loud flowery ties, some may be seen in suits of the day like pinstripe suits and wide-brimmed fedora hats. Ladies, wear dresses that would have been in stylish during that period or bib overalls. Period dress is not required to shoot in the match. Shooters, range from very young, to senior citizens, both male and female participants. Shooters range from those new to muzzle loading, to the weathered skilled veterans. Regardless of your level of skill, the important experience is fun will be had by all, and a great American hero will be honored Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As a part of my presentation at the 2023 Kalamazoo Living History Show, we had a great Question and Answer segment at the end of each talk. I wanted to bring these sessions to you in case you had similar questions or had an interest in the kinds of questions the presentation sparked.Click here to view the Video PresentationClick here to read/view the PresentationMy apologies for the audio quality in this one, it was hard to get the question-askers on the mic in the room.The full presentation, outline, and video are listed below.As always, this is my opinion and not meant to be a statement on right or wrong, good or bad. This is an ongoing conversation. Please let me know what you think, or how you feel about it anytime by writing or talking to me at an event.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I was asked to give a presentation at the 2023 Kalamazoo Living History Show about the work I’m doing to grow the community and instill a passion for history in future generations.Click here to view the Video PresentationClick here to read/view the PresentationAll my life I’ve heard that this community is dying, together we can make sure that never happens.Since I Love Muzzleloading started, I’ve had a lot of great conversations with people inside the muzzleloading/living history community and outside our community. These conversations have and will continue to fuel this kind of study for me because I’m interested in it.This presentation and the accompanying Q&A session are designed to help you help the community. I want to give you the tools and some ideas to start thinking about so you can act to preserve this history and this culture that we all hold so dear.The full presentation, outline, and video are listed below. The entirety of the Q&A is available as a separate audio presentation.As always, this is my opinion and not meant to be a statement on right or wrong, good or bad. This is an ongoing conversation. Please let me know what you think, or how you feel about it anytime by writing or talking to me at an event.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On March 4, 2023 I was a guest on the 11 Bang Bang show hosted by Ethan Woods. The 2.5-hour live show was full of great conversation, questions, and all-around good times. If you enjoyed these selected clips, you'll want to check out the full show.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of you will know TC from his book “Recreating the 18th Century Hunting Pouch”. We’ll be talking about the book and what came before and after, but our conversation is going to start on an Illinois farm in the 70s with a farmboy and the freedom to roam.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBET.C. Albert designs and reproduces authentically crafted hunting pouches in a variety of traditional styles, often using measured patterns taken directly from original pouches in his "jury quality" re-creations.T.C. will also accept pouch restoration/conservation work, and consignments for copies of specific documented originals or special one of a kind custom designs. Completely equipped bag, horn and knife sets are also available.He is the author of the book "Recreating The 18th Century Hunting Pouch," , and is a staff writer for Muzzle Loader magazine, writing the "Do'in it Yourself" column...T.C. lives and works in the historic "Illinois River Valley" near legendary Starved Rock. (References and current available pieces sent upon request.)More on TC AlbertBoone’s Pouch & Horn Set by Tim Crosby and TC Albert - https://www.contemporarylongriflefoundation.org/fundraising/2013-fundraising/daniel-boones-longhunters-pouch-horn-set-by-tim-crosby-tim-albert/TC's work on the Contemporary Makers Blog:http://contemporarymakers.blogspot.com/search/label/T.C.%20Alberthttp://contemporarymakers.blogspot.com/TC’s profile on the Contemporary Longrifle Association = https://www.longrifle.com/all-artisans/entry/1252/TC’s influence as a boy: “The Great Adventure” by Janice Holt Giles.Leather StabilizersMink Oil - Hit or missLanolin productsLexall - Comes from the car restoration world Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with 18th century artist and knifemaker Steve Auvenshine about his history in muzzleloading and how his life as a Kentucky state trooper started him down a muzzleloading path that started with a CVA kit and lead to Hollywood production. Steve is credited for 13 movies/tv shows, including 1923, Pale Blue Eye, Jurassic World, and Crossbones with one more on the way. You've seen his work hanging from the belts of Chris Pratt and the Rock and he's quite possibly cleaned the most muzzleloaders featured on the silver screen.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEThe Jumanji Knife: https://blademag.com/tv-and-movie-knives/knife-jumanji-welcome-jungle The Jurassic World Knife; https://www.kentucky.com/entertainment/movies-news-reviews/article263243223.html?fs=e&s=clSteve's IMDB Page with a list of all the productions he's been involved with: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm2935660/Follow Steve Auvenshine's work:https://www.facebook.com/auvenshine/https://www.instagram.com/auvenshine_knives/American Bladesmith Society (ABS): https://www.americanbladesmith.org/Conversation Time Stamps:0:25 Steve's start in Muzzleloading9:48 Early Artistic Research18:35 Steve Auvenshine's Independent Work Process14:30 Artistic Principles in Knifemaking28:00 Making a Bowie knife for Duane "The Rock" Johnson37:45 Making a knife for Sir Patrick Stewart on "Piccard"45:20 From Kentucky Trooper to Knife Maker/ First Hollywood Job "Master and Commander"57:18 Armorer on Netflix's Pale Blue Eye01:00:00 Historic Accuracy in Hollywood01:10:00 Classes and Education Opportunities01:11:47 Where to find Steve's work Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Frank Jarboe, a Kentucky boy turn theologian turned character demonstrator about his passion for history, research, and the context of history both then and now.I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBEFrank has been dedicated to living history for 20 years, but before that, he was a passionate learner and lover of history. His family has been in the United States since the 1600s, so there is a personal motive to his study of history and he hopes to bring a similar connection to the public as he and his wife Carol share their many character demonstrations at 40+ events each year.View some of the Jarboe's work on their youtube channelParsonJohn.orgReenactingSchedule.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Muzzleloading is leaving 2022 with a bang, not a whimper. We’re back with the final “Muzzleloading News” update for the year and it’s a jam-packed episode.Learn more about these stories hereSwiss Contest- https://schuetzenpowder.com/contest/ I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we're talking with Contemporary Master Horner Art DeCamp. Art's work has been an inspiration to me and my historic research for several years. His books are second to none in their accurate documentation and assessment of original horns and I'm excited to be sharing his story with you today. While Art is considered one of the best craftsmen of the contemporary age, he had humbled beginnings as a young boy in Indiana. His father was a firearms appreciator and Art followed suit, continuing a family appreciation of historic arms. The DeCamp family home was near Fort Ouiatenon in Lafayette, Indiana, home of the "Feast of the Hunters Moon", a massive long running living history event. As Art puts it, "It was hard for me to get away from history." In second grade, Art brought a filled powder horn to his 2nd Grade show and tell the program, even at that young age he couldn't help but share his appreciation for historic works of art. As a young man Art dove deeper into muzzleloading culture by building an off-the-shelf muzzleloader kit. The experience got him started but Art was looking for more, the kit wasn't shaped right, the components weren't beautiful, and things weren't adding up. With the help of several dedicated family friends, Art took to building his own muzzleloaders "from the blank" with sets of parts, diagrams, and illustrations of original pieces as his reference.For years Art would balance his job, his family, and his appreciation for historic crafts. "As a parent, I worked a lot in the evenings after the kids went to bed", Art says, "I thought it would change once they were grown but I still find myself working into the night!". Art is a very jovial guy, even as we reminisce about his time on the road driving a couple of thousand miles round trip to see some original pieces at the KRA shows he laughs, "I don't know how you explain driving 2300 miles round trip to go look at some old guns." As a young man with a young family, I appreciate Art's openness and honesty about including his family in his passion, "A time comes when you have to put your kids first and that's important". If you find yourself in a similar situation, you'll enjoy the insights and commentary Art has on not only being an artist but a father and husband as well. Like many others, our conversation ebbed and flowed as the evening progressed. From Art's history to his thoughts on the contemporary community, we covered a broad range of topics, but towards the end, we settled on one topic I think is important to hear discussed from an artist of Art's caliber- Getting started and getting better. Art's advice for someone looking to make traditional accoutrements echos a positive montra I love hearing from contemporary masters, "Don't be bashful, reach out and ask for help." Art DeCamp has been building muzzle loading rifles and powder horns since 1980, and specializes in replicating the Kentucky rifles, and shop-made screw-tip horns of Pennsylvania. His horn making is concentrated on the lathe-turned, screw-tip type horns from the various “schools” of eastern Pennsylvania, and accurate replication of Tansel style engraved horn work from central Indiana. Much of his horn working time is spent performing historically accurate museum quality restoration work on original powder horns.Follow Art's work on his website http://www.artspowderhorns.com/The last of Art's Books can be found here: https://www.crazycrow.com/powderhorns-and-accouterments-books/pennsylvania-horns-of-the-trade/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we’re talking with friend of the program Eddie Davenport about his recent adventure to Montana to star in the History Channel’s Mountain Men: Ultimate Marksman. Eddie has won multiple national titles through the N-SSA but this was by far the most intense competition he’s been in. I'd like to thank our sponsors for their support:ThorBullets - Visit ThorBullets.com to learn more.Muzzleloader Magazine - Visit MuzzleloaderMagazine.com to learn moreGet your own "I Love Muzzleloading" Hat hereClick here to SUBSCRIBE For contacting EddieInstagram Currituck_Kid.“Mountain Men: Ultimate Marksman” premiering Thursday, November 3 at 9:30/8:30c on The HISTORY Channel“Mountain Men: Ultimate Marksman” tests skilled weapons experts like never before –from using a bow and arrow to hit bullseyes while balancing in a moving river to firing historic rifles through a 12-foot wall of fire. The series incorporates fascinating facts about American history with explaining how weapons were made for successful survival for living off the land. Each weekly, one-hour episode brings together four talented competitors to a ranch in Montana as they strive to become the “Ultimate Marksman,”a title achieved only by completing three rounds of precision-based challenges. Each competitor must use a different centuries-old weapon and technique to effectively hit targets. The challenges also present a unique twist requiring competitors to move through the landscape in a way that only mountain men and women would. At the end of the third and final round, the marksman or markswoman with the highest total points earns the coveted title and walks away with a grand prize of $10,000. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.