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Old 10-06-2011 | 04:45 PM
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So I have a question,
is shooting pyrodex in a inline a bad thing?
I understand the pros of 209 but is pyrodex going to ruin the gun?
This will be shot in a Knight Disc Extreme 52 Cal non jacket 209 conversion pre shut down gun.
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Old 10-06-2011 | 04:51 PM
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It won't ruin a thing. The gun was made to shoot it.
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Old 10-06-2011 | 04:57 PM
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Pyrodex is fine in inline rifles.
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Old 10-06-2011 | 05:12 PM
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I figured i would ask since pyrodex is the rust your gun powder so they say!!
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Old 10-06-2011 | 05:13 PM
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No, Pyrodex is perfect for your inline. It just doesn't burn as clean as BH209. But you still need to clean after every shooting session anyway. And on a positive note, the Pyrodex will ignite easier than BH209. Some inlines are finicky with the BH209.
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Old 10-06-2011 | 06:01 PM
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Pyrodex is a very good consistent powder. It's also inexpensive when compared to other powders. Clean the gun and you will be OK.
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Old 10-06-2011 | 07:40 PM
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make sure you scrub it out with very hot water and a bit of detergent and dry it and oil it the same day after you shoot it.
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Old 10-07-2011 | 06:08 AM
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So long as you don't exceed the max charge you can safely shoot any of the BP subs or real BP.
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Old 10-07-2011 | 07:58 AM
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Also remember to remove all traces of oil before loading. Do this with an alcohol swab, followed by a tight fitting dry patch.
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