A Writer’s Guide to Muzzle-Loading Firearms
by
Michael L. McDaniel
Why Am I Writing This?
If you’re writing (or trying to write) historical fiction, the odds are good that you’ll wander into the realm of muzzle-loading firearms. There’s a lot of myths and misconceptions out there, so I decided to put together a brief guide for authors who aren’t familiar with these arms.
And What Qualifies Me To Write It, Anyway?
This is where I get to blush… I’ve been shooting muzzle-loading firearms for 45 years. Compete with the North-South Skirmish Association (a group dedicated to shooting American Civil War firearms in competition). Certified as a Muzzle-Loading instructor by the National Muzzle-Loading Rifle Association. I’m also a member of the U.S. International Muzzle-Loading Team, and have represented the USA at the World Championships since 1996. Managed to win the Original division of the 50 meter percussion revolver match (Malson-O) and…
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Everything I know about muzzleloading firearms, I learned from Sharpe. And also from watching a family member lose a screwdriver down the barrel of one.
I generally avoid them, but thought folks might like it.
Totally unrelated comment here… but a while back on Mad Genius Club, you mentioned “EveMoWriMo” writing group on MeWe. I am a member there though I don’t check the site often. I did a search for the group but could not find it… could you direct me? I would appreciate it. Thanks.
You have to get an invite from a member to see it.
I am using the email you’ve got associated with this comment to send you an invite, because I just figured out how to do that.
I got it, thank you!
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