reload w/BP in modern case and revolver

gotstolefrom

June 14, 2004 09:11

A long story leads to a question that I was asked, but I'll just pass the question along.

What considerations should one have if they wanted to load BP into modern casings (say 44mag w/200gr cast).

I've been loading this caliber for about 25 years, but nobody ever asked me anything like that.



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  b00mer

  June 14, 2004 09:18

  I always used the old method of filling the case 7/8 full and pack it tight with the tip. No air trapped and damn good results.
  
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  king999

  June 14, 2004 10:36

  One caveat. You MUST fill the case. Either a full caseful of BP or if you wish a light load, use 1/2 to 3/4 BP and top with a filler; cream of wheat or kapok,
  Have fun!
  Morty

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  Pearyw

  June 14, 2004 13:04

  I generally load with Pyrodex instead of black powder as it is safer. You get similar results without the chance of it blowing up. If you must use BP, use non-sparking tools such as a brass powder measure.

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  allechalley

  June 14, 2004 19:57

  Agree with all above, especially the full case part and non spark tools. Also remember that you will likely have to pull the gun down and clean everything with hot soapy water to avoid the corrosion. Also there will be a lot more chamber fouling. There was a very good reason the ol' timers jumped to smokeless so quickly.

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