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I would think that the compromise between ball diameter and patch thickness would be to still have the ball to show a thin band of cloth weave marks embossed into the ball. The width of the cloth marks will also define the effort required to start the PRB into the bore. I usually use a small light 8 ounce dead blow hammer on the ball starter tool to save wear and tear on my fist.I still want a fairly snug fit to reduce gas blow by as much as possible within the PRB fitment compromise.Also a felt over powder wad helps to reduce blow by and patch burn through particularly with thin patches.
I would think that the compromise between ball diameter and patch thickness would be to still have the ball to show a thin band of cloth weave marks embossed into the ball. The width of the cloth marks will also define the effort required to start the PRB into the bore. I usually use a small light 8 ounce dead blow hammer on the ball starter tool to save wear and tear on my fist.
I still want a fairly snug fit to reduce gas blow by as much as possible within the PRB fitment compromise.
Also a felt over powder wad helps to reduce blow by and patch burn through particularly with thin patches.
