Greets fm Co
Need to get some info fm ye old timers. I own a T/C Hawken .54 cal I built fm a kit about 20 yrs ago (30 some odd coats of hand rubbed oil finish). I used to be able to shoot 2 in gps at 50 yds and 5 in gps at 100 yds w/open sights. But now I've lost accuracy, I'm doing good to get 6 in gps at 50. I'm shooting the same loads, 100 gr Black Powder and a T/C MaxiBall or 80 gr BP w/round ball. I highly suspect leading as my problem.

1. What is the best method "to get the lead out"??

2. I've shot this gun abput 100 times with lead conicals and round balls? How many times can I shoot lead conicals without leading problems??

3. Any other ideas??

Thanks Ray