Originally Posted by
Semisane
Whatever combination you decide to try
reds, I hope you plan to have a range session before the weekend to sight the load in. Not doing so would be a mistake. For a quick bullet selection I recommend the 240 grain XTP prepackaged with sabots. They are available in most Walmarts and sporting goods stores, and look like this -
http://www.grafs.com/retail/catalog/...productId/6858
I couldn't agree more. Muzzleloaders are finicky and the animal deserves a well placed shot to dispatch it quickly. It would be unethical to hunt with a rifle that you didn't first take to the range - even if it is only to ensure it is sighted in.