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Hello All, New to this forum but have been around the internet forums for a long time now. I recognize a lot of the names here. Glad to be apart of it here. Just thought I'd share my experience with the Hornady Bore Drivers from last year. 1.5 year old cow elk. 161 yards right square in the pump station. 100 gr. by volume of BH209, CVA Accura V2.I am finding this site wonderful in terms of access to knowledge about muzzleloading. Not demeaning those who choose a more traditional approach, its stunning to me to learn a modern Savage rifle can be converted into a muzzleloader and gain a huge ballistics advantage. In that case, what are the best .40 caliber bullets for hunting, both ...

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Oct 11, 2023 · Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: Prev. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. Go. scratcherky Supporter Supporting member. Joined Nov 2, 2005 Messages 136 ... Aug 22, 2023 · Dec 22, 2021. Hoffman Reproduction Shares “Introduction to Flintlock Shooting Part 1”. Nov 19, 2021. West Virginia’s “Sharpshooters 4-H Club” hosts open house for those interested in shooting sports - Including Muzzleloaders. Nov 19, 2021. Flintlocks- A Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation 2nd Edition coming soon. This is my main hunting rifle. It's still working as designed. I think the main issue with rifle scopes on a muzzleloader is eye relief. I don't have any issues with my scope. Actually, the only difference in a designated "muzzleloader" scope vs. a company's regular rifle scope is sometimes the paralax setting.Feb 6, 2020 · Seems like where ever one goes and there's a discussion specifically about modern inline rifles, such as the title of this post, its inevitable that a traditional rifle has to be brought into the conversation. It should clearly appear that the OP is asking about an inline muzzleloader SMH 645. Sep 13, 2023. #9. I just had one built last year by an individual in IA. I had him convert my Remington Ultimate ML over to a .45 smokeless. I kept the cost down by using the Remington action, as well as the same stock. It is an amazing rifle. I shot 5 deer with it last year, ranging from 15yrds-200yrds.Sighting in our Traditions St. Louis Hawken .50 cal Caplock Muzzle Loader. We're back on the Range today, spring has sprung and so has the smell of black powder in the air. After spending all winter assembling this Traditions Hawken with accompanying pouch and horn, NMLRA Field Agent Ethan is ready to take some shots. Mar 18, 2021.Mar 4, 2022 · Recovered bullets from my first shots from a new Optoma V2 with 2 pellets White Hots. Range was approx 25 yds sight-in, into a damp/packed berm. Jacket did not separate from any recovered bullets. Accuracy was approx 1” with one group smaller and two shots into same hole of three shot group... Muzzle loading forums for reenactors, mountain men, French &... Forums. New posts Search forums. What's new. New posts Latest ... Show us your Traditional Muzzleloading camp, outfit, rifle, etc. Traditional Only - no modern designs. Threads 3.1K Messages 43.8K. Threads 3.1K Messages 43.8K. M. Show your Muzzleloading gems. Today at 7:33 AM ...378. Nov 13, 2019. #1. I'm looking for a load recommendation for BH 209 in a Traditions Pursuit Pro .50cal. I will be weighing my powder and I think I have an idea where to start. I'm new to muzzleloading so I need a little help starting off and to also increase my odds of surviving the first trigger pull. I'm borrowing the gun from a friend to ...My go to load is 100 grains of BlackHorn 209 with a 300 grain Powerbelt platinum bullet. Again the red dot covers 3 inches at 100 yards and I was able to fire a group at that range which is around 3-4 inches. To me not bad for a red dot sight and according to my chronograph that load is producing 1700 fps.Thursday at 4:49 PM. #2. That's almost like asking what the best pickup is..... There are two basic wads generally used. Veggie and wool. In my rifle, some bullets shoot better with a veggie wad, while another shoots better using a wool wad. Brakes can make a difference, as some tactical brakes won't shoot a veggie wad well and require wool.We are a family-friendly traditional black powder and modern muzzleloading firearms channel focusing on the stories behind the people, tools, muzzleloaders, and events that make this great sport ...Oct 19, 2023 · Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: 280Bravo Supporter Supporting member. Joined Sep 4, 2014 Messages 498 Reaction score 279. Thursday at 7:41 AM #1 Modern Muzzle Loader Forum. No topics yet! Quality/Budget FrJun 25, 2021. #8. Drill the flame channel larger to 5/32", c WELCOME to High Plains Muzzle Loading Forum! Muzzleloaders, Blackpowder, Bullet Casting Current date/time is 24/10/23, 12:08 pm. View unanswered posts ... Muzzleloading, Firearms & Optics. Topics Posts ... Inline rifles and modern inline shotgun talk is welcome here! 24 Topics 192 Posts Swabbing solutio... 14/10/23, 08:39 am A place to talk about modern black powder rifles. Moderators: Han Aug 7, 2022. #10. Rufuslupus23 said: You might be better off if you can get a barrel made for your rifle which has 1 in 60 inch (") or 1 in 66" twist. A barrel with a slower twist is best for shooting a ball and patch. A 1 in 48" twist or faster twist 1 in 28" barrels are best for shooting long cylindro-conoidal bullets.Oct 9, 2023 · I am finding this site wonderful in terms of access to knowledge about muzzleloading. Not demeaning those who choose a more traditional approach, its stunning to me to learn a modern Savage rifle can be converted into a muzzleloader and gain a huge ballistics advantage. In that case, what are the best .40 caliber bullets for hunting, both ... Cut 3"x3" pieces of 600 or finer emery paper and p

Jul 15, 2019 · Aug 30, 2023. SDK. "Made in USA" older CVA .50 So, my father-in-law (FIL) was just given a CVA .50 hawken by his FIL. Apparently he bought it as a kit, put it together, browned the barrel, and then it hung on the wall and it hasn't ever been shot. This is pretty cool to me, as I've read that the older CVA's are... Dec 22, 2021. Hoffman Reproduction Shares “Introduction to Flintlock Shooting Part 1”. Nov 19, 2021. West Virginia’s “Sharpshooters 4-H Club” hosts open house for those interested in shooting sports - Including Muzzleloaders. Nov 19, 2021. Flintlocks- A Practical Guide for their Use and Appreciation 2nd Edition coming soon.Apr 17, 2018 · Muzzleloading, Firearms & Optics. Inline Muzzleloading. I just received my Accura Long Range. It's my 1st non patched round ball muzzleloader. How much easier to load is the T-EZ compared to the TMZ? Each rifle was loaded with 95 grain Blackhorn, Ballistic Bridge Sub-Base, 275 grain Fury Star Tip Mz 50 caliber bullet, Federal 209A primer. Both rifles put deer in the freezer using this load. Had we been elk hunting, we would have loaded the 320g Fury Star Tip 50 caliber. The boy used the Omega with an FP peep sight.Been shooting a converted pair amount for about a year now Woodman arms did it for me Mark at Woodman arms if anyone else is looking, I’m a big Paramount fan in spite of the issues a lot of people have had with bullets and board dimensions I had those problems with my gun and that’s why I chose to be Barrel it very happy with it and the …

Muzzleloading Forum. Traditional Muzzle Loading Forum. Modern Muzzleloading Forum. The NMLRA has organized the best muzzleloading youtube …Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: guitarnik5389 New Member. Joined Jul 5, 2021 Messages 3 Reaction score 0. Jul 5, 2021 #1 ... First off, welcome to Modern Muzzleloader! The Wolf is a nice little rifle and as a rule has pretty good accuracy out to about 150 yards, maybe even further.…

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Muzzleloading, Firearms & Optics. Smokeless Muzzleloading . Encore Loads? Thread starter Panhandle; Start date Apr 14, 2019; Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: ... Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: Panhandle Well-Known Member. Joined Apr 14, 2008 Messages 287 Reaction score 33. Apr 14, 2019 #1You might start at about 70 grains by volume, working up in 5 or 10 grain increments until you find that "sweet " spot. I'm guessing somewhere around the 80 to 110 grain mark. You don't really need a super high powered load for deer size game at reasonable distances, 150 yards or less.Reaction score. 1,733. May 9, 2021. #2. CRD1993 said: I have been researching to find the best 209 primers for muzzleloading. I use several Knights (Disc Extreme, BigHorn, Wolverine, and American), CVA (Accura V2 LR), and the new Traditions NitroFire. I have been reading that some 209 primers are too hot and cause the "crud ring" build up in ...

Discuss non-smokeless Inline muzzleloading here! Inline rifles and shotgun talk is welcome here! Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum:I bought a 1/4-28 Mag-Spark adapter for 209 primers, and thought I might try it out on some of my sidelock rifles. However, primers are almost as hard to find as percussion caps right now. I did find a reputable dealer (Midsouth) who has Cheddite 209 primers for what I thought was a reasonable price in today's dollars.

Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: What's new New Been shooting a converted pair amount for about a year now Woodman arms did it for me Mark at Woodman arms if anyone else is looking, I’m a big Paramount fan in spite of the issues a lot of people have had with bullets and board dimensions I had those problems with my gun and that’s why I chose to be Barrel it very happy with it and the … Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: rfd Supporte4,656. Jul 27, 2022. #1. The best inline muz Help Support Modern Muzzleloading Forum: 1; 2; Next. 1 of 2 Go to page. Go. Next Last. W. Wilbar Active Member. Joined Nov 25, 2020 Messages 44 ... I have an original Ultimate Muzzleloader from Ultimate Firearms in Okemos, Michigan, purchased in the ~2000-2005 timeframe. Paid 3k back then. I believe K Johnson (inventor) was the … Aug 9, 2022. #1. Ive been using Barnes MZ Expande Enough light rust showing in the muzzle that i was able to get the seller to come down from $200, to $125. Breech and barrel are very clean so i think it may be worth saving. Ive been looking for a Thunder Bolt in .45 but no luck. I think they offered them with laminate stocks and they were good lookers. AA 5744 was a Recommended Book Powder for the Blackhorn 209 muzzleloading propellent from Powder ValleyElk are a different story. I believe the sectioal densi Modern Inline Muzzleloading Forum - 3 Viewing. Black Powder & B.P. Substitute guns discussed here. Moderators: mike3132, Jeremy, whyohe. Sub-board: Muzzleloading Success Stories. 1,626: 12,058: Tc breech plug by quest4170 Oct 9, 2023 16:49:50 GMT -5: Traditional Muzzleloading Forum Jun 1, 2007 · 3,762. Reaction score. 2,010. Jun 6, 5,363. Dec 9, 2022. #5. My Kodiak .45 loves the Barnes Expanders at 195 grains with 63 weighed grains [90 by volume] of Bh209. The .45 bullet line-up is a lot healthier than the .40 bullets selection, unless, as mentioned, you step into the custom bullet market or start using cast lead.27,293 forum posts. MangoMunky. 17,754 forum posts. Members who are knowledgeable about this destination and volunteer their time to answer travelers' questions. Beyond … We have a passion for the “Race Guns” of[Modern Muzzle Loader Forum. No topics yet! Quality/BudgA firearm that has been converted into a muzzleloader by use Dec 14, 2022 · Dec 15, 2022. #33. You have just re-invented the Traditions Nitrofire muzzleloader with the Firestick now legal is some states, which was a re-invention of the idea used by gunsmith Harry M. Pope, who loaded the cartridge from the breech and the bullet from the muzzle. If you could get a brass or steel "cartridge" made with a O-ring near the ... 378. Nov 13, 2019. #1. I'm looking for a load recommendation for BH 209 in a Traditions Pursuit Pro .50cal. I will be weighing my powder and I think I have an idea where to start. I'm new to muzzleloading so I need a little help starting off and to also increase my odds of surviving the first trigger pull. I'm borrowing the gun from a friend to ...