Replica cannon

338magnut

April 19, 2008 17:05

I have a black powder replica cannon .75 cal. with a 19 inch barrel and was wondering what would be a good starting load and what patch material works the best with round balls ? Thanks in advance for any info.

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  dcinffxva

  April 21, 2008 05:43

  I've always used pillow ticking for round balls, and had very good results.
  
  As far as loads, the formula I use is 1.5 times the caliber to start with, and work up or down from there, so I'd start at about 110 grains.

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  Allison9

  April 21, 2008 11:55

  Well it is the same size as a brown bess. I got good results in it with 90 grains and a .735 ball. What are you trying to hit?

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  338magnut

  April 21, 2008 16:21

  Just trying to hit the side of a mountain. You know the old saying boys will be boys. Thanks to all for the info.

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