Hey, all Just found this group and happy to be here. Have a serious question. I would like to purchase an 1861 Springfield reproduction and possibly get into...
If you're going to be a reenactor, I'd suggest first locating the unit to
which you will belong. The unit may have specific firearms that they prefer
for that...
I have been using 25 grains fffg, with poor accuracy, should I increase or decrease the load; or is that just the nature of the gun??? I get maybe one in three...
Most .44 cal revolvers shoot best with 30 grains of fffg. Another consideration is the size of the ball. You probably will need a .454 round ball but I have a...
I'm a hunter/fisherman that lives in Norman, Oklahoma (south approximately 20 miles from Oklahoma City). I enjoy hunting with muzzleloaders, and I pursue deer...
I just joined the list and have a couple of questions: can anyone recommend a good, reasonably priced starter flintlock, traditional styling, rifle, musket,...
My opinion is that a flintlock would make a terible survival weapon. They are to prone to moisture in the pan. They are a lot of fun though. One of the most...
If you can make the powder, find flint, and keep your flintlock well- maintained it will survive as long as you can. If you run out of lead you can always...
... any ... being ... in ... REVOLVERS. WHILE I DO LIKE THEM, THERE ARE A FEW TRICKS TO THEM. I GENERALLY FIND THAT AFTER A THOUSAND ROUNDS THE FRAME BENDS...
Hey all, My name's Kev, I'm new to the list and to the sport of black powder shooting. I'm in the market for a flintlock rifle (Kentucky or Brown Bess type)...
For a Brown Bess look at Pedersoli - you should find it quickly with a search. A Brown Bess is a musket - not a rifle (there is a vast difference) There are a...
Kev, Try http://www.dixiegunworks.com for Pedersoli and several other makers. Also Cabela's (http://www.cabelas.com) sells a Brown Bess and a version of a...
I am interested in starting to shoot black powder revolvers (replicas), and would like to know if there are any restrictions regarding the purchase and...
... wrote: Thanks for the help, guys. I was able to find an affordable Kentucky rifle from Traditions. Now I just have to wait for it to get here... Thanks...
Gooday all, I have owned several Black Powder Muzzleloaders over the years. .45 to .54 cal. I have just purchased my first .32 cal. A CVA .32 cal. Varmint...
Anybody know where a body could get ahold of a blunderbuss, kit or just the barrel? I know Dixie and CVA used to offer blunderbuss kits and I remember seeing...
.615 ... From: rrambrose To: Muzzleloaders@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, July 28, 2003 9:55 AM Subject: [Muzzleloaders] 20 Guage Whar is the inside diameter in...
Hello everyone. I'm new to this type of firearm and I need to know what type of bullet to match up to a 1/48 twist barrel. I just bought a T/C Hawken and I...
A 1:48 barrel has an intermediate rate of twist and will fire conicals or a patched round ball. For deer hunting, the conical is best, it carries more weight...
Hi John, A 1/48 twist barrel is for patched round balls. You could shoot a sabot or conical in the barrel, but the accuracy would be mediocre because the...
Hello Muzzleloaders!!! My name is Chris and I'm new to the group. I've just purchased a CVA 50 cal. Bobcat rifle with a synthetic stock. If anyone out there...
Hi Larry! I'm a newbie to the group, and I spotted your posting. I just bought the CVA Bobcat and I'm in the process of test firing it. All in all it seems a...
Hello I'm new to this group, but I have done other types of shooting. If you're talking about the optimum length of your rifle stock, than I do have a comment....
Hi Chris- Sounds like you'll have a lot of fun with your new rifle. All of my blackpowder guns have the traditional hand rubbed walnut stocks, however I have...
Hi Larry, Those packaged complete kits are the best way for people to get started in muzzle loading as everything you need is included except the powder and...
