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  1. new2bp

    where to buy black powder

    I just got some 3f from Powder Valley. Have used them and Grafs before, it is best if you can either order 4+lbs at once or go in on a shipment with a local buddy or add in percussion caps, etc. to amortize the hazmat fee down to a reasonable per-item cost Edit - and as for a phone app for...
  2. new2bp

    Buckshot in pistols?

    Ever hear of the LeMat ? LeMat Revolver - Wikipedia
  3. new2bp

    REAL or maxi ball

    My CVA .54 with a 1:48 barrel does fine-for-hunting accuracy with a 425gr maxi from Dixie Gun Works.
  4. new2bp

    Ball Pullers

    Ripped right out of the top of a maxiball for me... For my revolver I used a 3" drywall screw since I could remove cylinder, etc.
  5. new2bp

    Why does smokeless powder peel open a muzzleloader like a banana?

    Because 22gr by weight of say, Accurate 5744 takes the same volume as about 30gr of 3Fg black powder, but while the 3Fg will generate very low pressures (less than 10k psi even with no air space) the 5744 will generate nearly 50k psi in pressures in even less time than the BP. That said, there...
  6. new2bp

    RB or REAL bullet

    Read over on teh modern forum shooter reporting running a maxi over a wad and big charge and getting acceptable groups with a 1:60 twist... Personally I say try it, you have nothing to loose but some time, lead and powder.
  7. new2bp

    Question about what to load in a smoothbore.

    grafs has a variety of shot in stock at the moment, both copper plated lead and steel
  8. new2bp

    What to use for a powder measure?

    Empty 223 case is just about 30gr of 3fg, empty 308/762x51 case is 55gr of 3fg
  9. new2bp

    alpaca wool for wadding?

    I know we've discussed wool for wadding aplenty, but I always beleived it to be in reference to sheep wool Just found out a cowerker has a few alpacas ... Any issues using alpaca wool for wadding instead of sheeps wool?
  10. new2bp

    1-48" bullet choice for elk

    I'm only range plinking now but pigs may be in my future, and I'm planning on using the .54 Maxi's I got from Dixie Gun Works. 425gr, certainly gives me a solid thump in front of 80 to 100gr of 3f.
  11. new2bp

    SOLD SOLD Pietta Remington 1858 New Army 44

    There is at least one 'smith that will make a Ruger Old Army into a 5 shot 50 - https://www.rimfirecentral.com/threads/ruger-old-army-50-caliber.1252320/ But if you want to discuss, etc it would be better ot move to discussion forum rather than clog up the OP's for-sale ad
  12. new2bp

    Caliber choice for first rifle

    The thing that .50 has going for it over all the others is the availability, both in variety and just being there, of bullets and such. Big box stores, small mom-n-pops the only thing you are likely to find is .50 stuff, and even on muzzle loader specific sites like Dixie, etc the variety of...
  13. new2bp

    lube

    Start with crisco and add either beeswax (firm/stiffen/harden) or lanolin (make sticky). 50/50 beeswax/crisco w/o lanolin is OK for hot florida summer time, stayed "right" when bore butter would litterally pour out as a liquid. Be aware if you go mixing your own (and you probably should) that...
  14. new2bp

    Help On Refining Lube for Maxis

    As said earlier, beeswax hardens, lanolin makes sticky. My 50/50 crisco/beeswax mix does an OK job of staying in place for the most part (started it in hot Florida summer), but I want to go up on Crisco and add lanolin for sticky. One thing you need to watch for is that the wax and crisco can...
  15. new2bp

    What type of image file

    Filename and extension have nothing to do with what type of file it is, and only MS Windows is dumb enough to base its decisions on the file extension. @82Tank - if you can't figure out the image type feel free to PM me and we may be able to get ya going... Though the easiest way to post a...
  16. new2bp

    Maxi Ball Questions

    For the lube, beeswax will harden and lanolin will make sticky. I've done my own 50/50 crisco/beeswax mix and it stays solid even in my car in Florida summertime temps. A little too hard probably, esp if I want something to go into hunting season (as cold as 30 and as hot as 90 are possible...
  17. new2bp

    high capacity assault powder horn?

    Never mind the "while still attached and the bull living" assault factor, but I think I finally found one of the dreaded "high capacity assault powder horns"
  18. new2bp

    SOLD CVA Timber Wolf .50cal

    Thank you for saving me from spending money I shouldn't... when you get it if you want to take off the bases and sell 'em send me a PM here... I could even send my filler screws with payment :)
  19. new2bp

    "Sort of" period looking scope options

    Because some of us actually want to see and hit our targets at more than 25 yards....
  20. new2bp

    New idea for a Range/Cleaning Rod?

    Possibly, but my range rod is a big heavy solid brass piece with steel handle, weighs TONS more than the selfie stick. Additionally, with the collapsing stick I don't need to figure out a way to hang it under the barrel, drill the stock, etc. Think finding a way to put the proper threaded bit...
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