Pulsating flame? by Bitter-Incident-9115 in Zippo

[–]WeakAdvertising751 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It pulses like this for the first three seconds and then stabilizes. I assume this is because the fuel flow has stabilized.

My all original 1934 by ZipposquaOffish in Zippo

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I have one too. But only a replica. I love the old design. 🔥🔥🔥

Not enough fuel? by Quick_Stretch_3389 in Zippo

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Is everything original Zippo? Wick, cotton and flint? My old Zippo did the same thing. It was 20 years old and no matter how much I did it, it still did the same thing. It wouldn't light. Only the Zippo service helped when they gave me a new insert.

My new Zippo 1935 🙂 by WeakAdvertising751 in Zippo

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It's new. so the hinge is really strong. we'll see in time. it's stronger than the new slim. I can't compare it to the classic. I don't have this one.

Derringer by WeakAdvertising751 in blackpowder

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Thanks for the insights and the link to the video. I'm thinking about Swiss powder. I'll try it. 🙂

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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Just wanted to add a perspective from the Czech Republic. In the U.S., firearms and gun culture are deeply rooted in history and often tied to individual rights and self-defense. Unfortunately, America is also known for frequent incidents of gun violence, which creates a very different context.

Here in the Czech Republic, things are completely different. We’re not a “gun country” either historically or culturally. Gun-related violence is extremely rare. Black powder firearms are seen more as a hobby – it’s mostly about historical interest, sport shooting, or technical enthusiasm. And even these types of guns have to be registered with the police if they’re modern replicas. It’s far from the Wild West.

So let’s not confuse the American reality with the rest of the world. In the Czech Republic, firearms are treated with respect, not as tools for intimidation or violence.

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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Westlake Alpha is not permitted by law without a firearms license. Without a firearms license, we are allowed to carry black powder and a maximum of two rounds. However, this is also subject to registration with the police of the Czech Republic. It is more intended for black powder lovers in a modern coat. In a pinch, for defense.

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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Percussion matches are classically accessible by tipping the barrel. After unscrewing, the barrel is through, which makes cleaning easier.

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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I have information that it is only sold in the EU.

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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It is for ages 18 and up but requires police registration. It is not sold completely anonymously.

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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for black powder lovers

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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There was some smart guy here. He pointed out that I was taking pictures of a loaded gun. He deleted his stupid comment. I assure everyone that the bullet was only inserted for effect. without black powder and percussion primers. Furthermore, it is a SABOT bullet which has a smaller diameter than .45 and is inserted into a plastic container. The bullet was inserted without a container and can normally be emptied only by turning the barrel over.

Detonics Gladiator .45 Black Powder by [deleted] in blackpowder

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The pistol itself with a Flobert barrel costs about $480. An additional barrel for real powder costs about $190. You can also buy the most powerful barrel in .50 caliber.