Source for paper cartridges?

[hickok45]

Hi,
Is anybody aware of a source for loaded paper cartridges for a .58 caliber Springfield rifle musket. I know, I know, I should get all the supplies and make them myself, and I'll probably do that at some point.
Just wondering if anybody is creating some that are pretty authentic and offering them for sale. Not interested in reenactment rounds; need the real thing to demonstrate in a video. Just need 10 or 20 at the most.
Generally, It's not advisable to shoot other people's reloads; however, this is a bit different, and I would not have a problem in this case.
Or, if anybody lives in Middle Tennessee and would consider making a few for me, I'd appreciate it and pay any reasonable price.
Thanks,
Hickok45

 

[crockett]

I've never heard of any. There is the issue of shipping black powder and the hazard aspect. You'll probaly have to make your own. One idea- see if there is a re-enactment group in your area. Maybe a local can make up some for you where shipping isn't involved.

 

[azmntman]

6000 lbs of meth a month make it through USPS, one poor guy send 20 BP cartridges and would do time. What's next??

 

[Loyalist Dave]

Do you know what brand of bullets that you would want in the cartridges? Not all minnie style bullets are alike, nor do they fit, nor shoot the same in all rifles.

LD

 

[hickok45]

Probably .575. They seem to fit my 1863 okay. Mainly just going for the educational value, not accuracy, etc.

Thanks,
Hickok45

 

[CG6018]

I can't help you out with paper cartridges, but just want to let you know that I thoroughly enjoy your YouTube videos.

Keep them coming! :thumbsup:

 

[TFoley]

I can't help you out with paper cartridges, but just want to let you know that I thoroughly enjoy your YouTube videos.

Keep them coming! :thumbsup:

Me, too, Mr 45! Especially on the guns like the ones that we still can and do have here in the yUK.

tac

 

[Bear Rider]

If making the paper tubes is what is holding you up insofar as making your own cartridges, there are sites where you can buy the empty tubes in bulk. Just pour in the powder, add a bullet, close it up, and you're done.

 

[cositrike]

papercartridge.com
Apparently, they supply the cartridges complete with projectile and you add the blackpowder.
Simon C

 

[azmntman]

Do not see anything for a cap n ball?

 

[cositrike]

As far as I know the poster was looking for rifle musket cartridges.
Simon C

 

[azmntman]

opps :redface: was thinking of another posting.