Dispatches - The Blog of the N-SSA

Building a Skirmish Starter Kit

Mike Howell July 8, 2016

Building a good skirmish "kit" should be one of the first steps a new shooter does. This blog provides some good tips on what the most essential things are to include.

Of Sights and Sight Pictures - A Guide to Consistent Shooting

Mike Howell April 1, 2016

Having the right sight picture is crucial to getting consistent results and becoming a better marksman.

Musket, Rifle, Rifle-Musket, and Rifled Musket – a Guide to Nomenclature

Mike Howell March 24, 2016

What is the difference between a musket and a rifle? This guide will help you understand the differences.

Skirmishing on a Budget - Part 3

Mike Howell February 26, 2016

Part 3 of this series looks at the first upgrades to make to your musket and uniform to get the most out of skirmishing.

North South Skirmish Association

N-SSA promotes the competitive shooting of Civil War firearms and artillery while encouraging the preservation of battlefields, artifacts, clothing and education of the period.

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