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  1. ShiroiHiyake

    Caliber vs Ball size

    I am currently on a distant waiting list for a flintlock fowler from Tennessee Valley Muzzeloading. I was looking at bag molds and Track the wolf has been out of stock for a while. I did find Callahan bag molds and I plan to get one of those but it has three options: caliber, ball size, custom...
    • ShiroiHiyake
    • Thread
    • bagmold ball size bullet molds caliber flint lock fowler new question smooth bore
    • Replies: 21
    • Forum: Smoothbore
  2. C

    Should the powder charge be equivalent to the caliber?

    I’ve heard that pistols/revolvers should be loaded with grains equivalent to roundball caliber for optimal performance, like 30 grains for a .30 cal, 45 grains for a .45 cal, etc. Is this true? I’m looking to buy a Philadelphia Derringer in .45, it has a 3” barrel. I’ve never shot a BP pistol...
    • cal.45
    • Thread
    • caliber derringer philadelphia powder charge roundball
    • Replies: 68
    • Forum: Handguns
  3. A

    Unknown flintlock muzzleloader

    Hello, I recently acquired an old flintlock muzzleloader from my past father-in-law. It appears to be a Kentucky long rifle. The only marking it has is on the barrel, G. I’m not completely worried about the brand as I am the caliber. Using a pair of calipers I measured from land to land and got...
  4. T

    Caliber and charge for coyotes

    What is your favorite caliber and powder change for coyote hunting? While we’re at it, what’s your go to dog gun?
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