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Pukka Bundook · 14th February 2019, 03:10 PM

James,

Regarding the rammer for your very nice pistol, Hickory is all right, as it looks very close to ash, which was used commonly in Europe and the UK.
For better pieces, both ebony and wood died to look like ebony were used, plus Rosewood and Purple Heart.

Purple-Heart is a very strong wood and was used by some of the best makers. Also, whale baleen was used.

All the best,
Richard.

14th February 2019, 03:10 PM	#19
Pukka Bundook Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 803	James, Regarding the rammer for your very nice pistol, Hickory is all right, as it looks very close to ash, which was used commonly in Europe and the UK. For better pieces, both ebony and wood died to look like ebony were used, plus Rosewood and Purple Heart. Purple-Heart is a very strong wood and was used by some of the best makers. Also, whale baleen was used. All the best, Richard.