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David Kennard 12146
01-06-2013, 10:49 AM
All,Can someone tell me what this implement is and or what is used in a mortar match. I am trying to gather together the required implements for my 12# mortar for inspection and competing at the Spring Nats.Thanks
propertymanager
01-06-2013, 04:40 PM
It is a 2 sided implement used to scrape the powder fouling residue and scale from the bore and chamber of the tube. They take a 24" piece of 1/2" round steel bar, heat the end until it is cherry red, then beat in on a mandrel til the end takes the shape of a soup spoon. The other end has a 3" piece welded on that fits the contour of the bore to drag the debris out of the muzzle. Hope this helps, Tim.
David Kennard 12146
01-07-2013, 09:37 AM
Thanks
Though I am still not clear on the shape/configuration of the 3" piece you described. My mind's eye is pretty much blind and needs pictures or drawings to understand.
MR. GADGET
01-07-2013, 09:40 AM
You can also use a spoon of your choice and glue it to a wood dowel.
David Kennard 12146
01-07-2013, 05:19 PM
Guys,
I saw a drawing and description of one in the Gibbons manual today but the Spoon and dowel seems to be the way to go.
Thanks for the assistance. I'm good.
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