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Old 09-08-2008, 08:36 AM
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sabotloader
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Default RE: Shooting Muzzle loader $$

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777 Pellets
TC Shockwaves 250gr
Powerbelts 245gr
Pellets - probably the most expensive form of powder on the market
Both - bullets - way to expensive to shoot for fun and not even the best bullets for hunting - just my person opinion

Loose powder is far less expensive - unless you are going to purchase 10 oz container of BH - I shoot T7 because I can get it for $20 off the shelf and sometimes for $13/$15 on sale - but for a lot of shooters it presents some problems - fortunately for me it doesn't.

Bulk bullets such as the Speer Gold Dot with packages of sabots to fit your bore - much cheaper and the the Gold Dot is a very effective bullet on game, unless you are shooting 175+ ranges the bulk of the time. The Gold Dot will do it but it requires you to use a thought process.

One of the big reason I turned to shooting ML's was shooting expense - I shot a lot centerfire for along time when I made the switch to ML's it was more enjoyable and less expensive per shot.

just some thoughts
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