2nd model Maynard, .50 cal...questions before I load and fire

[Throckmorton]

having trouble removing the nipple it's a perc. cap size, .
we scored some musket caps today so before ordering a M. cap nipple want to verify the size...
...is it 1/4x28 on the Maynards and are musket caps the caps of choice ? any preferred brands ?
.thanks !

[Muley Gil]

having trouble removing the nipple it's a perc. cap size, .
we scored some musket caps today so before ordering a M. cap nipple want to verify the size...
...is it 1/4x28 on the Maynards and are musket caps the caps of choice ? any preferred brands ?
.thanks !

Remove the barrel and soak the breach in Kroil or a mixture of automatic transmission fluid (ATF) & acetone for a week or so.

[Carolina Reb]

The nipple threads are an oddball, 0.260x24. Replacements are available at the Possible Shop (and others, I'm sure). https://possibleshop.com/s-s-nipples.html They are listed near the bottom of the page.

[Throckmorton]

The nipple threads are an oddball, 0.260x24. Replacements are available at the Possible Shop (and others, I'm sure). https://possibleshop.com/s-s-nipples.html They are listed near the bottom of the page.

thank you !! ordered just now. got old one soaking n Kroil .

your info was super helpful, thanks again !

[Throckmorton]

bullets..Pat Kaboskey's 350 grainers, Goex FFg,various perc caps and musket caps.
shot 30 grains, will up it to 35 next outing, prolly won't be much change.
MANY THANKS for the help I got here !!

we had us a fun range trip!

[Throckmorton]

I may have missed the answer to this one. ....
.how many firings do the plastic tubes last,and can one hand seat the bullets in them or do they fit tight like the brass ones do ?
thanks !

[Muley Gil]

I presume soaking in Kroil worked?