Hello folks. Here is an old rifle that my father obtained about 50 years ago. Barrel is 44", hex and 1" across the flats. Muzzle measures .350".
I have been shooting .315 ball with wet patch on top of 30 grn. FFFG. CCI #11 caps work but, only on the second strike for some reason.
Should I use a larger ball perhaps? What is the nominal caliber....36[?]
The only maker's mark is "THE BOWMAN" which is stamped onto a copper washer that a bolt goes thru to hold the lock in place. All metal is brown except brass parts.
Any tips or insight is appreciated.
I have been shooting .315 ball with wet patch on top of 30 grn. FFFG. CCI #11 caps work but, only on the second strike for some reason.
Should I use a larger ball perhaps? What is the nominal caliber....36[?]
The only maker's mark is "THE BOWMAN" which is stamped onto a copper washer that a bolt goes thru to hold the lock in place. All metal is brown except brass parts.
Any tips or insight is appreciated.