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To those of us with some years on us, nothing smells better than a freshly fired Federal paper. . Original formula Hoppe''s #9 is up there with paper hull's smell after firing...
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This is why! Karl ![[Linked Image from jpgbox.com]](https://www.jpgbox.com/jpg/71252_600x400.jpg) That's a hoot!
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Jimmy W, IT IS THE SMELL  ![[Linked Image from jpgbox.com]](https://www.jpgbox.com/jpg/65204_1000x600.jpg) You Wascal, you!! I was going to ask if they smelled better when you sniffed them, but I didn't want to be a smart alec. Good one, skeettx. You too, Karl!!
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so yes its the smell and the tradition. I guess it is also more biodegradable if you dont use a plastic wad. Also lower recoil...
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Last edited by ed good; 09/11/23 06:04 PM.
keep it simple and keep it safe...
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There's more reason than has been mentioned, JimmyW. Paper hulls also generate lower pressures than plastic ones, all other variables being equal.
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Ooooh that smell. Nothing like it. It takes me back to my youth
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Ya, the smell, caused by the use of bees wax. Newer ones probably paraffin. Anyone with some age feels some nostalgia when they smell that. Now Hoppes no 9 original contained Nitro benzene. Benzene does have a pleasant smell but is one of the most cancer causing chemicals known. Wonder how many shooters died of cancer as a result of handling that before Hoppes changed the formula. I'll bet there where a lot of mysterious deaths where they made the stuff.
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![[Linked Image from i.imgur.com]](https://i.imgur.com/TkOJrxA.jpg) How about this? Would this be tradition enough? He-he!! Will it take your back to your youth, ksauers1?
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