I've been researching different loads for my .54 Virginia Smooth Rifle, and I've pretty much settled in on 80 grains FFFG under a .530 ball, no patch, which is rolled neatly into a paper cartridge. I'm wanting something similar for buckshot loads and came across an article describing Col. Hawkers Candle Cartridges, which use tallow to hold the buckshot together. Does anyone here have any experience (pro and/or con)they may impart?