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Re: Powder Charge

Posted by Marty Klier on 4/27/2009, 11:31 pm, in reply to "Powder Charge"
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Glenn; 3fg black powder, start out with one grain per calibre, and work it up from there. Is this gun an underhammer? If it is, be sure to check the threads on the nipple, since it threads directly into the chamber, it is subject to flame cutting. TTYL. Marty ( Hungry Horse) Klier --Previous Message-- : I'm looking for guidance on a beginning powder : charge for a 45cal Hopkins & Allen : muzzle loading rifle. It's been eons since : I shot this with my father and I don't know : where to start. I've got some Pyrodex CTG : from reloading a 45/70. Any recommendation : on the powder to use would be appreciated : also. : : Regards, : Glenn :

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