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Old 02-15-2005, 07:06 PM   #1
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Default Muzzleloader loads for turkeys?

I need help!!! I just ordered a muzzleloader 12 gauge barrel for my encore. Now what? Whats a good load?
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Old 02-15-2005, 08:06 PM   #2
 
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Default RE: Muzzleloader loads for turkeys?

start off at 3 1/4 with 90 gr. powder and work up from there.see how you gun does with each load.
shoot at least 3 to 4 loads of each change.

I have a CVA 12 ga. double.

I shoot 3 1/2 of #6 shot with 125 gr. of powder.that works real well for my gun.(maybe I should say my wife's gun) I got it for her about 20 years or so ago.now I use it for turkey sometimes.

I started off with #6 shot mixed with BB's. I went back to just plain copper plated #6 shot. that works best.with that load I am comfortable to 30 yards with a good open shot.I try to get them in even closer.thats the name of the game ; close , close and even closer..

it's fun working up the right load and shot size.
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Old 02-16-2005, 05:59 PM   #3
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Default RE: Muzzleloader loads for turkeys?

Cant get into Muzzle loaders for turkey hunting. If I wanted to try something different and more challenging then it would have to be a bow...
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Old 02-17-2005, 04:43 PM   #4
 
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Usually the barrel comes with directions for a good load to start with.
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Old 02-28-2005, 11:30 AM   #5
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Default RE: Muzzleloader loads for turkeys?

I use equal amounts of shot to powder in mine.

100 grains Pyrodex RS
Same amount of #4s copper plated.
and I use a plastic shot cup as it kept my pattern tight.

Oh I have a 10 Ga. Pedroselli SxS

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