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I shoot roundballs also and strongly prefer them. I think the point being made with conicals is that for those who prefer them, there are conicals available that have a bearing surface as short as roundballs that should shoot o.k. in slow-twist barrels.

msquared,my fifty doesn't seem to have that problem although now that you mention it I will pay more attention.I just got the 54 so I will let you know after next weekend.PG

PG,

Thanks. It seems like the hole that the frizzen pivots on is too low causing the front edge of the frizzen to sit too high. A good breeze will blow the priming powder out! And, I always have to hold it level! I wasn't sure if they were all that way or if I just got a bad one. I bought a Siler replacement lock. But, it requires a lot of fitting of the wood. It's one of those projects that I need to get back to some day. Otherwise I love the gun.