Priming flask.

[David R]

Originally Posted by rickystl

Hi David

I have always thought these tiny flasks were a real curiosity. They seem too small even for a priming flask. Although they are functional and will hold about a half-dozen or so pan primes. Occasionally, these show up attached to Afghan rifleman's belt along with other accessories. And they all look similar.
Here is one I own which includes a combination screwdriver and vent pick. There is a screw on one end that will allow powder to be filled. Sometimes I wonder if these were meant to be just some type of charm or good luck piece. But then again, they were made as fully functional. Difficult to make sense of their use.

Rick

In a non military context, how often do you need to prime, before going home? But I agree, very small and I do wonder if they were as much talismanic or even symbolic as useful.

[cyten]

Originally Posted by David R

In a non military context, how often do you need to prime, before going home? But I agree, very small and I do wonder if they were as much talismanic or even symbolic as useful.

I agree, the average hunter or shepherd only needs prime maybe a couple times if they get lucky/unlucky