Add Barrel Band to Fowler

[Nhgrants]

Awhile back I bought a reproduction  barrel band with sling swivel that was made for a French
Musket.  My idea was to put this on a fowler that I made. The band will need a little reforming.
Is there anyone here that has done this? Will a good wood to metal fit be good enough? I didn't want
Add a retaining spring.
I think there are example of militia guns where this was done. Thanks

[conquerordie]

The early model French muskets had bands that friction fit. So it should work. Couple of examples in the Fowler book we all use. Happy Thanksgiving
Grrg

[Pukka Bundook]

NH,
If it slips a little, some very thin washleather on the inside would hold it.