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  1. Sparkplug

    Meat for the freezer

    Congratulations Eric! Nice doe!
  2. Sparkplug

    Hello from Central Tennessee

    Welcome from NW Alabama!
  3. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I started out trying to get as much power as possible. With that, accuracy suffered. There was no way I could confidently hit my intended POA. So I backed it down to the most accurate load, then did penetration tests to see what the effective range was for that particular load. Then I backed my...
  4. Sparkplug

    CVA RB only, minnie or maxi

    I recently ordered a LEE 452-160-RS mold from Amazon to use in my 1:66 twist. It is a conical, so would take care of the roundball issue. But is also a short bullet and stabilize fine in the slow twist rifle. I get about the same accuracy as with my PRBs. Maybe they have a similar. 50?
  5. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    It's all good. Sometimes I even laugh at stuff I'm not supposed to. 🤣
  6. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I tried a few homemade recipes and some other store bought lubes. But when I was working up the most accurate load it was the one that gave the best consistency for that gun/load.
  7. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    Thanks for the kind words. Since you were more than respectful I will answer your question. Or, rather, rephrase my statement and tell you why. I want to hunt one with each of my capable guns this year. The weakest of which was my BP revolver. I have a lot of small caliber unmentionables and...
  8. Sparkplug

    Well guys, I had my chance.........

    Don't forget ya got an invitation to hunt this side of the line!
  9. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    A small whitetail is definitely the limits of my .44 even with doing my homework. I have other unmentionable revolvers, but I wanted to start with BP and progress through my guns as the season progresses. It was a bucket list shot. Now that I've made it, I hope I never have to again.
  10. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    The deer are thick where I live. I could legally shoot a deer per day for the season if I wanted. Of course I don't, and usually don go for one that small. But he was the right size for the shot I wanted to take. He was tender and tasty!
  11. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I understand and respect your concern. And to save you worry, that was a one time thing. I couldn't agree more. I spent a LOT of time practicing and removing variables as much as possible (verifying consistent weights and dimensions of the cast bullets, inspecting bullets for any defect, how I...
  12. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I have plenty of both. We rarely buy meat. But I also provide meat for my mother, a local children's home, and another local family. Between what I hunt myself and what is given to me by other hunters I usually process 10-15 deer per season. But then again, can you really have enough of either? Lol!
  13. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    .44
  14. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I normally would have let him walk. But a deer that small presented a better chance at a clean harvest. He still had plenty of meat. And yes. I cut them with a fork!
  15. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I recovered the bullet just under the hide on the opposite shoulder. Little deformation other that where it hit bone. I knew it wouldn't have the power for a big buck. But with my aim point it had plenty to drop him at that range.
  16. Sparkplug

    The Sherriff got it done!

    I was told not to try, but I had to see. My goal this year was to take a deer with each gun I have, starting with black powder. After a summer of working up the load and practicing with my Pietta 1858 Sherrif I knew I would have to have a 25yd broadside shot with time to get a good aim. So, I...
  17. Sparkplug

    What Muzzleloading Stuff Did You Do Today?

    Met a few great guys from the group and slung some lead at the Northwest Alabama Meet and Greet!
  18. Sparkplug

    NW Alabama Meet n Greet

    Forgot to post these pics
  19. Sparkplug

    NW Alabama Meet n Greet

    Glad ya enjoyed it! Was great meeting yall today!
  20. Sparkplug

    NW Alabama Meet n Greet

    We had a great time today! Thanks to the ones that came! Today served it's purpose. I got to meet some great folks. And, my brother, son, and myself got to learn about and shoot our first flinter! It was a great day! Thanks guys. I needed this!
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