Where to start where to start

[TheMachinist]

I want to build a flint long rifle but I dont know where to start or what would be a good kit any ideas from the pro on here would be beyond appreciated?

[Nobade]

Go to Track Of the Wolf and order "Recreating the American Longrifle" by Shumway. Read it many times. Then you will know how to proceed. I haven't found any other resource as complete as that book, it is well worth owning. I think Dixie has it also, and probably others as well.

[JonnyReb]

Track of the wolf has dozens of kit guns to choose from too. Its a droolfest.  J

[flintlock]

Don't forget Jim Chambers, they are the finest, most historical "kits" avaliable... www.flintlocks.com
 
It really depends upon your skill level working with wood and metal...You
can get a Lyman kit and have a good, reliable rifle...But, those that are really into these things prefer a good, reliable lock and a swamped barrel for better balance...

[STUMPJMPR]

I'm sort of building a rifle now.  I'm restocking a cheap traditions rifle.  It's basically like building a new rifle. There is a lot of wood to shape and fit to the metal.  Americanlongrfiles.org is also a good source.

[tacklebury]

Prepping to build (2) flintlocks, a 42" barreled Fusil De Chase and a matching French Tulle Pistol.  The one big difference is I'm going smoothbores and using the same lock to make both.  That way, I can carry one extra set of springs and parts and it will work on either arm if something goes awry.  Plus both will use the same size flint and ball/shot combos.  Only real difference in loads will be powder quantity.    I figure if I am big game hunting, I'll probably carry the rifle loaded with round ball and put shot in the pistol, for the occasional grouse etc, I might see.  If birding/small game hunting, I'd probably keep a round ball in the pistol in case of bear etc.  Seems like a fun route to head down and I've wanted to play with flint locks for some time.