Hi guys, I am thinking of participating in the World Creedmoor Competition next year in Brisbane, Australia, and I noted to my pleasure that Muzzleloaders were permitted. However, when it comes to the .50 cal rifle, the rules state that for safety purposes that it should shoot a 500 grain bullet at a minimum of 1210 fps to be allowable for the 800-1000 yard match. Now I was intending to enter this match without any serious plans of winning, so take note of that when considering the following queries:
* Does anybody make such a bullet commercially, or would I have to cast my own? If so who makes molds for a bullet that size in 50 calibre?
* I would like to use a Lyman Deerstalker modified to take a tang sight; would this rifle be able to generate the velocity required with its 24 inch barrel?
I know the Lyman does not have a great sighting radius compared to other rifles against which I would be competing, but the fact that the rifle is also economical and great for hunting are both important factors for me. Thanks in advance for any replies.
By the way, if any of you are coming over for this shoot, I would be glad to try and host a hunt just before or after the event!
* Does anybody make such a bullet commercially, or would I have to cast my own? If so who makes molds for a bullet that size in 50 calibre?
* I would like to use a Lyman Deerstalker modified to take a tang sight; would this rifle be able to generate the velocity required with its 24 inch barrel?
I know the Lyman does not have a great sighting radius compared to other rifles against which I would be competing, but the fact that the rifle is also economical and great for hunting are both important factors for me. Thanks in advance for any replies.
By the way, if any of you are coming over for this shoot, I would be glad to try and host a hunt just before or after the event!