Hi all.... I have a .45 flint, 42", that I've pulled out recently after probably a ten year hiatus. It's a TVM poor boy from the early 90's. I was wondering about reduced loads and how small a ball I can use, practically speaking, or maybe better to ask what is the thickest patch that can be used to decrease the size of the ball and be reasonably accurate?
My target load has been 50gr, .433 or .440, pillow ticking, and wonder lube. I like fff Goex.
I've searched for answers and have found many that, with a 440 ball, recommend a 30 grain charge. Some say, if I read it right, this load will have the same zero at 25 yard as a 70g load at 80 yards. I was wanting to verify this info and seek ideas for light loads. I like to plink, maybe take a shot at a random squirrel or rat, but still have a known zero for a more full-house load. I don't know if this is an intelligent question, but am hoping for a head start on the weekend when I'll have some time with the gun for the first time in quite a while. If this has already been discussed a link would be great as my searching hasn't been too good!
Thanks!
My target load has been 50gr, .433 or .440, pillow ticking, and wonder lube. I like fff Goex.
I've searched for answers and have found many that, with a 440 ball, recommend a 30 grain charge. Some say, if I read it right, this load will have the same zero at 25 yard as a 70g load at 80 yards. I was wanting to verify this info and seek ideas for light loads. I like to plink, maybe take a shot at a random squirrel or rat, but still have a known zero for a more full-house load. I don't know if this is an intelligent question, but am hoping for a head start on the weekend when I'll have some time with the gun for the first time in quite a while. If this has already been discussed a link would be great as my searching hasn't been too good!
Thanks!