Traditions offers a wide variety of black powder revolvers that are accurate reproductions. Cva was founded way back in 1971, specializing in traditional sidelock muzzleloading rifles and buildityourself rifle kits. The crockett rifle, based off old betsy is the perfect small game gun. From those early beginnings, cva developed a reputation for providing guns and accessories that provide our customers with the best values available. We offer books from all of the major bullet manufacturers as well as references for revolver, rifle and shotgun loads. Also, the 45 caliber bullets we use in our 50 cal muzzleloaders are not all exactly 0. Black powder guns for sale muzzleloading rifles, revolvers. You will find this book to be a handy tool reference and a good source for the. With our load data you can search by caliber, bullet weight, powder, powder manufacturer or a combination of all four.
Ive written a book about learning to shoot a muzzleloader accurately. The guides selection of muzzleloaders and black powder rifles comes from the top brands in the industry and at the lowest guaranteed prices. Shop online for black powder guns and supplies at hinterland outfitters, including black powder rifles, pistols, revolvers and bullets. I have hundreds of 100gr and 115gr lead bullet heads in 32 20 caliber. The pyrodex will compress enough to allow the seating of the ball. The same loads fired in a relined english rook rifle i built later approach an inch when using an old unertl 6x small game scope. Pietta black powder pistol loads whats load does pietta recommend for my black powder pistol. Turning to the jacketed bullets, i started with the hornady 170 grain interlock. I would also be interested in any old books or info. These lowvelocity loads shoot very accurately out to 75 yards and are effective on turkeys.
From the popular 1851 navy revolvers to rebel revolvers including a josey wales model, there is sure to be a model for you. If your new rifle is a flintlock, we have function tested the lock assembly, flint and. I have hundreds of 100gr and 115gr lead bullet heads in 3220 caliber. Buy black powder bullets online at hinterland outfitters in all calibers and gauges. It is normal for a shooter to have to run a cleaning patch down the barrel after three or four heavy loads of black powder or the gun becomes virtually unloadable. Flintlock and caplock how they work black powder loads and specifications shooting tipsround ball and conicals basics of bullet casting disassembly. Was at a pawn shop today and i spotted a kinda neat little. The vegetable fiber wad is traditional for use in the black powder cartridge rifle, and it is biodegradable, unlike the ldpe wads which will probably never break down. Typically, loads of about 55 grains of ffg and a patched round ball are about right in. I have only shot squirrels and targets with the rifle, but im certain that i could ruin a turkeys dayafter all 3030. Vegetable fiber wads stay flexible, to seal the bore of the barrel against gas blowby around the bullet. My conclusion is that black powder and pyrodex are about the same in.
Black powder cartridge loading manual spg black powder cartridge reloading primer. Black powder or an approved black powder substitute such as pyrodex are the only propellant powders that are safe to use in a muzzleloading firearm. Read the instructions and warnings in this manual carefully before using this firearm. Can anyone out there tell me exactly what and how to make reloads for my 32 20 model 1873 rifle. These calculations do provide us with a means of comparing one caliber to another under different load conditions with some constancy. Also used in the larger caliber single shot pistols and most shotguns. This trapper pistol is a 50 caliber percussion muzzleloader has a 9. Im new at reloading using an original 3220 winchester loading tool, which id like to use to make these reloads for my 73. The markings on the gun is dikar spain 32 cal, black powder only, squirrel and the serial number. Featuring brass inlays, percussion lock and octagonal barrel, this gun is perfect for at the range or in the field. Using data from their latest guide, i loaded 5 rounds with each powder, choosing a charge near the middle between minimum and maximum. Thompsoncenters maxiball was the first example made. Perfectly shaped by a coldforming process for consistent diameter and weight, each of these round balls is coated to reduce the hazards of lead oxidation.
Looking at it now, i probably should have drawn something other than circles to pour the powder in. When selecting powder loads be sure to use the correct loading data. You can also find vintage hunting black powder, black powder gun parts, black powder rifle barrels, and more on ebay. More for paper patched loads but the how tos are the same for greasers also reply with quote.
Regardless of the reason, if you are looking for a used 32 caliber muzzleloader for sale or other black powder guns, you can find inexpensive black powder guns for sale on ebay. Midsouth carries everything from the muzzleloader, rifle, or pistol you want, to the black powder, sabots, and bullets that go in it, in stock and for sale, from great brand like lyman, cva, traditions, tc, pyrodex, blackhorn 209, and many more. The powder loads below do not necessarily represent safe loads. This is one of the most commonly asked questions by black powder revolver owners. An introductory guide for rifle and shotgun shooters. In addition, youll find no mouldparting lines, air pocket voids or sprue marks that could impede accuracy. One company, savage, is marketing a smokeless powder muzzleloading rifle but. This book is very comprehensive with loads of most rifles and some handguns. The disadvantage of black powder is that it is highly volatile and builds up in the barrel and gun mechanism with several shots. In 1882 the 3220 was chambered also in the 1873 design but wasnt as popular as the other two. Reading the posts here, im a little surprised at the damage the 32 cal does on squirrels. The complete blackpowder handbook is the place for the latest information on. The difference between the 4440 and the 3840 cartridges in power of the black powder era wasnt that much, because the 3840 wasnt a 38 caliber at all.
Sportsmans guide has tons of black powder rifles and muzzleloaders for every black powder hunter. If youre interested in hunting with muzzleloading rifles you have, no doubt, read the ads espousing the extreme performance capabilities of the high velocity. These revolvers are great to take to the range, use in reenactments, or just for display. I elected to build the kit gun as one of the guns to be featured in my forthcoming book. We stock a full range of muzzleloading supplies, including bullet starters, cappers, cleaning gear, flasks, and more.
Cant, wont, can dos and a surprise or two by randy d. One of the reasons that i truly enjoy squirrel hunting is a. Midsouth offers a good selection of reference books for reloading nearly any type of ammunition. Im new at reloading using an original 32 20 winchester loading tool, which id like to use to make these reloads for my 73.
It would have been nice to also included 32 caliber loadings. This clan includes muzzleloading pistols and rifles running 32 to 40caliber. Cartridges loaded with black powder and cowboy action loads cartridge cases, empty unprimed brass. A good personal selection of reloading data logs, manuals, and books can answer all of your reloading questions. It contains much more information needed by black powder shooters. Do not test any loads of modern powder in your muzzleloader unless you are certain it can. I am going to reload 3240 black powder cartridges and need some tips.
Black powder ballistics pistol rifle shotgun training. Never substitute any smokeless powder for black powder or any black powder substitute. This small game rifle brings out the positive features of a classic muzzleloader by giving you spoton accuracy and outstanding balance. Get ready to take your best shot with black powder loading accessories. Conical bullet about twice the weight of the same caliber round ball, a conical bullet hits much harder, shoots flatter, and loads easier. Can anyone recommend a reloading manual for black powder cartridges i can buy. Black powder is measured by volumn and not weight, but it is close 1%2% difference with goex powder. The lock is case colored with simple engraving on it and the hammer.
Use only blackpowder, pyrodex, pyrodex pellets in approved rifles only, or other approved. I am going to reload 3240 black powder cartridges and. The crockett rifle has a 32 blued barrel and has an overall weight of 6. Black powder bullets for sale hinterland outfitters javascript seems to be disabled in your browser.
My only wish was it carried more load for metallic bp cartridges. Im considering squirrel hunting with a muzzle loader. I have been using lyman reloading manuals for years for modern firearms. Figured it would be something to teach my young son and myself the art of muzzleloading. I specifically want loading data for various black powder calibers, and not a bunch of how to.
Wont be affected by water, oil, alcohol, salt or most acids. With just a 30 to 40 grain charge of black powder typically fffg, most any 30inch or so barreled. Ive owned several big bore black powder rifles, but never a small bore, and think it might be fun. Black powder bullets for sale hinterland outfitters. Its overall length is 49 and is available in percussion only. Can anyone out there tell me exactly what and how to make reloads for my 3220 model 1873 rifle. Great plains hunter features a 1 in 32 fast twist barrel for conicals or sabots.
Here is some useful information that should help you begin. The complete blackpowder handbook by sam fadala book. The inside diameter of your cartridge case should be larger than the groove diameter of your barrel. There is one powder for loads with smokeless that can be used in strong black powder guns and the 1873 clone leverguns. Loads shown below are from lymans black powder handbook by kenneth ramage, editor. The crockett has been referred to as a squirrel rifle due to its. Users guide for black powder products this booklet contains important howto information on the use and maintenance of black powder products and accessories including.