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  1. K

    Word of Warning-Safety Issue

    Yes. 1:28 twist. And would likely contribute to a higher pressure than 1:48 or 1:66. Quite honestly don’t know how much effect the twist has on pressure. The online calculators don’t have a parameter for it. One of the calculators p-max.uk estimates 18,369 psi for 80gr, FFg Swiss, 600gr, 28”...
  2. K

    Word of Warning-Safety Issue

    Maybe my own stupidity or ignorance, but here goes. Might prevent a mistake for someone else in the future. So here is the scenario. New to me GM LRH barrel, existing nipple, 600 gr .500 cal conical 1/4” Durafelt .54 size wad with 80 grains of FFg Swiss by volume. The bullet and wad load in...
  3. K

    What's up with October Country?

    I recently placed an order with OctoberCountry on Jan 10th 2023. Confirmation email and tracking number on the 12th. Delivered at the Post Office on the 17th. I can’t complain about the service and the items were not in stock elsewhere.
  4. K

    Using Online Resources, Data, and Calculators

    My first post attempt: I recently inherited my father’s T/C Hawken .45 cal and preparing for a Montana primitive elk hunt this fall. I have a drop in 54 cal 1:48, and a Green Mountain .50 cal 1:28. I am in the research stage and educating myself on muzzleloader information. I have been...
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