Spare Breech Plug/?

[madeinuk]

I don't carry another breech plug but I do make sure to keep It clean and the 'hole' between the primer and the breech completely clear.

 

From what I've read, that is about the most common cause of a misfire.

 

Having said that, a breach plug is pretty light so why not have a spare?

 

It gives you the option as noted by a poster above to really soak the other in solvent while keeping your muzzleloader 'ever ready'.

Edited December 9, 2017 by madeinuk

[Lunatic]

I have one but its in my basement with the rest of my gun stuff and that's where its staying 

[gregtpal]

I wouldn't bother. Carry tools, especially a pick, & you'll be able to deal with most issues in the field. If you ever have repeated misfires after confirming the flash hole isn't blocked, remove nipple a put a little dry powder in, replace. Works every time. You can scrape a pellet if not carrying powder.

Edited December 9, 2017 by gregtpal

[Zipper]

Yep. Be prepared. Don't forget to lube them.

[bwd172]

A friend found a machine shop that made a tiny drill bit sized to his 50 cal. Encore. Push it through, and it clears any debris in one shot.