ORIGINAL: Muzatko
I have recently (ordered my first ML yesterday) decided to take up the sport of muzzleoading. I have been an avidarchery hunter for the past 15 years and decided I was ready for a change. Due to regulations in my state, I decided to buy the Knight Bighorn SS thumbhole in .50 cal. From allmy research, this seemed like a winner.As far as bullets go,I can use ballistic tip however they cannot be jacketed. I was wondering what would be agood bullet to start with (powerbelt aerotip?). Also, is Triple 7 pellets the standard or regularpyrodex pellets? Should I use #11, magnum #11, or musket ignition? Lastly, I understand that most accurate loads are abtained usingbetween 90-100 grains. Is thiscorrect? Sorry about so many questions, like I said I amnew and would like to get as much info as possible before buying supplies.Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Marc
Follow Cayugad advice on powders. As for bullets since they can't be jacketed, can they be all copper instead of all lead? If all copper is allowed, try a Barnes MZ:
http://www.traditionsfirearms.com/eshop/10Expand.asp?ProductCode=A1473
knight sells these also as a Knight brand called "Red Hot":
http://www.knightrifles.com/catalog.aspx?catid=redhotbullets
They expand well at low speeds, penetration deeply, shoot thru and retain 100% of weight, not fragmenting. They require a sabot, if that is allowed by your rules.
Chap
