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Some years back I did quite a bit of testing of the variation effects of weight differences with both swaged(Hornady) and cast LRB’s as(well as the effects of powder weight variations of weighed vs volume measured charges). With a goal of maintaining 1-2MOA@ 50 yards using a bench rest with my...

I have both the bronze brush types and bore scrapers for cleaning the bottom of the barrel. I actually find that a well fitted scraper does a better job in removing the any heavy fouling. After shooting, I will generally use the scraper before cleaning the barrel. I scrape, invert, and bump...

I think the greatest limitation with shooting our primitive, iron sighted muzzleloaders at game much past 125 yards isn’t so much the that one of the larger caliber(ie 54/58 cal) LRB’s isn’t capable of hitting and killing a deer out to 200 yards with a well placed shot, but possessing the...

The majority of my deer have been shot at less then 70 yards(furthest, 110 yards), I establish a “Maximum Effective Range” for each of my muzzleloaders. The MER is determined by a testing the combination of the specific rifle/loads energy and accuracy under perfect/conditions, fully supported...

i have hunted with 45-58 cal using PLRB’s all running 60-80grs of FFF. All are fully capable of killing whitetail at typical ML distances(<75yards). IMO, the larger calibers provide a greater margin of error if placement is unintentionally off, and, there is usually a better blood trail. I...

Yes, but the lead mixture was simply used as a diluent to lower the octane rating. At the same time lead did have a lubricating effect that needed to be addressed when it was replaced. This was observed with premature valve wear with older vehicles.. Auto manufactures changed the alloys used...

Pretty sure octane level is a major contributor to pre-ignition (knocking). Lead served as a wear/reduction lubricant, particularly with softer steel alloys. Lead substitutes were primarily designed to be used(replacement) with lead-free gas in older vehicles to prevent premature wear.

I have not had an issue with my rifles loaded for as much as two weeks(ML season). Before loading, I will remove any residual lubricants from the breach, bore, and flash channel with alcohol and dry. I use a PLRB wit Mink Oil.

Given the lower pressures, pure/soft lead, and lubed patches used in a muzzleloader, I doubt one would experience any material barrel wear in a lifetime of shooting with a muzzleloader. As has been mentioned, improper loading/cleaning methods are the major causes of barrel...

It’s doubtful that your ball puller put a hole completely through the ball so you should be able to fire it out with a small charge.

Eyes wide open and TOTAL concentration on the front sight…..Sqeeeeeeeze!

There is a latch that holds the loading lever just in front of the frame at te base of the loading lever. I have found that if the loading lever does drop upon firing, a bit of file-work on latch hook will solve the problem. I have both(90’s reproduction models by Colt). Difficult to choose...

My ML’s run about half and half, single/set triggers. My personal preference when hunting is a 1.5-2.5# single trigger for simplicity. When target/practice shooting I’ll set my double trigger rifles. A crisp, reliable let-off is my first priority regardless of style.

While I use GOEX primarily, I acquired a few pounds of 3F Schuetzen(not from Grafs). I compared it with GOEX 3F in my 50 cal. Accuracy, POI, and cleaning effort between the two seems quite comparable using the same load parameters.

From a chemistry standpoint, the lack of “solubility” between petroleum(organic) based products, and the (inorganic) salts produced by ignited black powder is the issue, leaving undissolved salts which will eventually corrode the steel. Once salts have been removed, petroleum based products...

Nice job on the rifle……..Great photo!

I would give Jim Kibler a call. Results from my GM 50 cal. barrel below… You may have a problem barrel. My 58 ,and my buddies 54, both Kibler GM barrels, give comparable results with little effort.

Yes, my buddy has a 54. I didn’t weight it but it feels close to my 58(8.1 pounds). It’s a bit heavier, probably about 8.5 pounds. Still feels pretty good to me!

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The most effective way to keep the weight down is to go with a larger bore size since the exterior barrel dimensions are identical. The difference between my Colonial 50 and 58 cal is quite noticeable. A 3/4+ pound difference. My 58 is a very nicely balanced 8.1 pounds.