bigmoss Posted September 25, 2006 Report Share Posted September 25, 2006 I have seen allot of guys on TV lately using this nice black rubber boot over the end of their Encore to protect from rain etc but cannot seem to find one anywhere online ? it pops off easy and stays hanging there and goes back on quick. Anyone know where I can get one ? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted September 26, 2006 Report Share Posted September 26, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? scheels Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
too_pointer Posted September 27, 2006 Report Share Posted September 27, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? I have hunted with muzzleblasters for around 10 years, and I bought a bag of black rubber balloons to put over my barrel. If this is what your talking about, they work and cheap. too_ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toddyboman Posted September 28, 2006 Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? have to agree with too_pointer. I too have used balloons. And have actually shot with the balloon still on the barrel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmoss Posted September 28, 2006 Author Report Share Posted September 28, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? Good Idea guys I will try that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LETMGROW Posted September 29, 2006 Report Share Posted September 29, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? You can also go to your local drugstore and buy finger protectors. The type you put over your finger if you are wearing a Band-Aid. Cheap, but effective. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1997xltlimited Posted September 30, 2006 Report Share Posted September 30, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=56813 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MZ_shooter Posted October 1, 2006 Report Share Posted October 1, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? You know I’ve seen these things advertised and the first thing that popped into my head was,”what useful purpose could that thing possibly serve”. I’d be interested to hear why some of you think there’s a need for such a thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest ftw46 Posted October 1, 2006 Report Share Posted October 1, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? If you are hunting in the rain and allow rain to run down your barrel, it will most likely ruin your powder and cause your rifle not to fire when that big buck walks in. I always cut a piece of electrical tape to close off the end of the barrel. You can just shoot it off when the time comes to fire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MZ_shooter Posted October 2, 2006 Report Share Posted October 2, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? Well personally I don’t like hunting in the rain, but when I have I tend to keep the barrel pointed down (along with the front of the scope) and the rear of the scope tucked under my arm. But even if I were to point the barrel skyward I feel that the sabot tends to provide a waterproof seal. I worry more about the percussion end of the weapon, but even so I’ve never had a MZ not discharge due to a wet charge. And for all but one of the 25+ years I’ve been deer hunting I’ve used a MZ exclusively. Also don’t some of these companies have advertisement out were the submerge their rifle and then shoot it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WABS Posted October 2, 2006 Report Share Posted October 2, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? Lots of folks in here use some kind of cover on the end of their barrel to protect the load. I've heard of electricians tape, plastic wrap, and balloons. Don't count on the sabot / bullet to waterproof your load. Not a bad idea if you're only going to get one shot. A wet load at the wrong time will really ruin your day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MZ_shooter Posted October 3, 2006 Report Share Posted October 3, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? Well whatever home remedy you want to employ for the “problem” of getting water down your barrel is up to you. My first thought on the subject is to, in a downpour, keep your muzzle pointed down. But to go out and buy a product to keep water out of one’s barrel, well the saying “a fool and his money is soon parted” seems to apply. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvDog Posted October 3, 2006 Report Share Posted October 3, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? [ QUOTE ] http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=56813 [/ QUOTE ] This is what I use. I like the little sleeves that go over the percussion cap too. I've heard of some folks using a condom over the barrel as well. And everyone should have one of those lying around. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Bushpilot Posted October 3, 2006 Report Share Posted October 3, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? I've been hunting for years with rifle...second year on bow...and first year with muzzle loader. I'm going to go with the idea of a trimmed piece of electrical tape. Being able to shoot it off with no effect sounds good to me. I believe the majority hear about moisture. Never know what situation might arise to get moisture to the powder. No doubt a fool and his money have been parted...But only a FOOL wouldn't take simple percautions to lesson the odds of unforseen chances of a mishap. I would say that theory would also apply to safety practices. I hope I'm not a fool because I paid good money for a "quality" safety harness. (Dispite the fact that I have never fallen out of a tree.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigmoss Posted October 3, 2006 Author Report Share Posted October 3, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? Wow I have not been on in a while and this thread has grown. I will try to address a few of the questions I saw posted. Some mentioned just carrying the gun muzzle down but that is not always possible and when on a long walk it is easier to shoulder the gun. Others asked why hunt when it rains, well when you travel for a hunt far from where you live and only have 7 days, rain or shine you have to get out there and would not want moisture or rain down the barrel to be the cause of a missed monster. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vagobbln Posted October 3, 2006 Report Share Posted October 3, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? I've used the electrical tape for years. I just keep a piece stuck on the forearm so it's there when I need it. [ QUOTE ] I've heard of some folks using a condom over the barrel as well. And everyone should have one of those lying around. [/ QUOTE ] I've heard the same thing. I just never could bring myself to walk around in the woods with a "French Tickler" on the end of my barrel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvDog Posted October 3, 2006 Report Share Posted October 3, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? [ QUOTE ] I've heard the same thing. I just never could bring myself to walk around in the woods with a "French Tickler" on the end of my barrel. [/ QUOTE ] LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MZ_shooter Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? As I said earlier, I know I’ve seen a couple different commercials where said MZ was submerged in water, taken out, water poured out of the barrel, and then shot. Also if a round would permit water past it to the powder charge then what hope does it have of containing the gases from ignition. And, if your carrying your MZ (or any gun for that matter) muzzle up in the rain then I’m assuming you’re not using a scope, and if so then I guess you’re not figuring on having to take a shot in haste. Now if you want to talk moisture and powder, do any of you, in cold weather, take your MZ in your heated house or garage in between hunts, ever heard of condensation? "Doooh" as Homer Simpson would say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WABS Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? I see a couple of things wrong with your post - one is the round ball isn't what engages the grooves it's the patch. I wouldn't consider a cloth patch something that is going to be water proof, nor would I count on the plastic sleeve of a sabot to completely fill the grooves. Many of the modern rounds today aren't creating a good gas seal until ignition. I don't understand your point about the need to make a quick shot and how that has anything to do with the subject. Very difficult to go hunting without lifting your barrel at some point. It doesn't take much moisture to degrade the load. I think the point that is being made is that there are some very inexpensive ways to help protect the load in your ML from getting wet - and because they are so inexpensive and effective - why not? Your point about taking your ML from the cold to the warm/hot environment is a very good one. Once I load my ML it NEVER makes it past the unheated porch unless I'm preparing to clean it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest MZ_shooter Posted October 4, 2006 Report Share Posted October 4, 2006 Re: Barrel Rubber protector ?? [ QUOTE ] > Many of the modern rounds today aren't creating a good gas seal until ignition. < But they're still creating a water tight seal. It takes a larger space for water to pass through than gas, so, to me, if water is getting to your powder you have some real problems. That said I wasn’t considering a round ball and I could see more of a need for some protection on less modern loads. >I don't understand your point about the need to make a quick shot and how that has anything to do with the subject. Very difficult to go hunting without lifting your barrel at some point. It doesn't take much moisture to degrade the load.< My point was if your walking around with the muzzle pointed skyward in the rain while using a scope, well next time its raining hold your scope straight up then look through it. >I think the point that is being made is that there are some very inexpensive ways to help protect the load in your ML from getting wet - and because they are so inexpensive and effective - why not?< I did say in an earlier post that if its something cheap one has come up with then have at it, I just see no need to pay good money for a product that really serves no useful purpose in most cases. [/ QUOTE ] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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