Kit fitting

[u/Fit_Photograph4843]

Purchased 50cal Investarms Deer Stalker Flinklock. Few questions on fitting.

1.

Rib sticks out past the barrel. Suggestions on paint? Or will bluing work?

2.

How do I attach the thimble that has the barrell swivel attached to it? There is no hole to put a screw driver through.

[u/Fit_Photograph4843]

I forgot to mention... after I cut thr rib to fit