Posted: 4/12/2023 1:12:28 AM EDT
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I picked up two inline muzzle-loaders for $40. They were both put away without cleaning and stored in a barn. I got one apart and freed up, but the other has a frozen bolt. The cleaning rod indicates that the frozen one is probably loaded. Is there a trick to getting the bolt loose? I can't access the breech plug because the bolt is closed, and it doesn't appear that there are any threads in the bolt itself. I'm afraid to use heat since it may be loaded, but I've considered going in the yard and trying to fire it in a safe direction. All suggestions appreciated. |
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Get a bullet puller. Are you able to pull the action out of the stock to soak in penetrating oil? https://www.amazon.com/Traditions-Performance-Firearms-Muzzleloader-Bullet/dp/B0029M2GRM |
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Ballistol cleans Pyrodex very well for me. It’s rather liquid and ought to penetrate well. Although, if it’s that bad, you probably want to hit it with 50/50 ATF and Acetone. That seems to be the best stuff these days. Do you have a bullet puller screw thingy for your cleaning/ram-rod? Worth a shot to pull the bullet. Might get lucky and it be soft lead. After pulling a bullet you could give it a little heat. No more than like 200*F. Might want to use a heat gun with most solvents/cleaners! |
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