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It's a Pietta 1836 Texas Paterson, no box, manual or tool. Going in blind as it's my 1st black powder revolver and getting a bit overwhelmed on proper loading it like the percussion cap size #10 or #11 and the correct amount and type of black powder to use. Found this starter kit but not too...

So if i get a .36 cal cap-n-ball revolver use the .375 diameter balls not the .350 balls. what about black powder lube to lubricate the ball as it travels down the barrel or use felt wads soaked and lubed behind the ball, would either work or necessary?

I'm looking for advice on ball and weight size for a .36 cal revolver. Would any diameter ball that is labeled .36 cal work? I've seen .375 and .350 available and is ball weight classified in grains like bullets are weighed?

I'm interested in buying my 1st BP revolver replica and found this site with helpful information. I am new to muzzle loading but eager to learn.