Sorry if you thought this was directed at you. I've learned to be thick skinned. I'm refering to the paper being placed in the end of the gun only. I guess I'm dense today. I also agree with you on elevated barrels.
Muskets are safe to fire level at ranges as close as fifteen yards.
I've wanted to do some tests on our own with a white plywood panel, examining each time between shots for evidence of powder particles or burns. Perhaps one day. Wit is educated insolence. All rights reserved.