Just as a reminder:
Rule 10: We do not discuss conversion cylinders or anything to do with metal cartridges.
Rule 10: We do not discuss conversion cylinders or anything to do with metal cartridges.
Target load:
18-22gr of goex or Swiss, 10-15 gr of filler, cream of wheat or similar, that is enough to seat a .457rb of pure lead flush with front of cylinder. Crisco or soft lube on top. Should get x-ring accuracy, that is, less than 2 inch groups at 25 yards. On good days, mine has shot several 1in. groups of 5 shots. Have fun, they are a great pistol.
You can also use a corn meal filler between your charge and the ball.What about wonder wads between the BP and ball, and with the REM. I use Crisco as a ball lube. I understand the air space deal as I also load BP cartridges for my sharps rifle.
Oh crap. I see pellets are referenced in the first post. Duh. Anyhow, want to reiterate that for the intended purpose, a slug should (will) penetrate more, even at reduced velocities, than a ball, and as you want penetration on a frontal shot, a slug would for sure be better for the intended purpose. I have done experiments where heavier slugs, compared to lighter slugs, fired at lower velocities, will penetrate further than the faster, lighter slug, showing less "foot-pounds" of energy, according to the foot pounds of energy chart. Just a thought.
Just purchased a ROA from Thomas on the weapons for sale area, Great weapon and am very thankful to Thomas for the sale could not be happier this is a excellent weapon and well cared for. As I have wanted one for a long time. I ordered and received the correct cylinder tool for removing the vents off e-bay. And finished a left hand holster for it. I have experience with such type revolvers frequently shooting a Rem. model 58. 44 cal. What would you recommend as a good starting load with round ball. My Marine Corps brother has one and shoots 30 grn. pyrodex pellets with a .457 swaged ball. I would like to shoot BP as this will be used for targets and as a side arm while hunting as there are a few black bears in my stomping grounds. I feel a bit better off with a side arm, hopefully I will never use it for a bear but I feel safer with 6 back up shots if ever needed. AN APPALICHIAN HUNTER
rodwha,
Actually, the poster asked for a target and hunting load. I gave him a very good target load. As for hunting, just fill the cylinder with Swiss 3fg less a little bit to fit a .457 dia ball or bullet, crisco on top. Personally, I’d carry a .44mag. And to those who say I cannot during a ML hunting season, i’d quote the second amendment to them. Nor will I comply.
I use a 240grain REAL Bullet and all the FFF that will fit in the cylinder and still let it turn.
Apparently I fixated on hunting. Indeed you are correct. Sorry.
I would disagree that something that powerful is needed. It might be wanted, but even a lowly .44 Spl could be called upon to handle that job, assuming the bear isn’t from Canada, mad, and/or very hungry.