Thompson Center 50 Cal New Englander- I just bought it and don’t know much- need load info shooting 4F Swiss.

[BaldEagleFL]

Looks like number 11 percussion caps
I like Hornady balls.
What should I shoot from this thing using 4F SWISS?
PATCH ?
BALL SIZE
LUBE?
What are the specs on the nipple?
Help is appreciated if you have this rifle.

 

[rmark]

TC nipples are usually 1/4x28 and are shorter in height.

4f powder is a flintlock priming or pistol powder. If used in your rifle I’d load it light, maybe 20 grains.

.50 barrel, I’d suggest a .490 ball with a .015 patch.