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Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 02:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,198
Posted By FG

RE: took my first with my new muzzleloader

Congrats on the doe. Do you have a way to post pics of the recovered bullet?
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 02:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 65,823
Posted By FG

RE: 245 grain vs 295 grain bullets?

The bullet on the left is great. Expanded right down to the HP. Bullet on the right i can see in the other pic was starting to shred.

Bullet on the right had some heat on it! I've never seen one...
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 65,823
Posted By FG

RE: 245 grain vs 295 grain bullets?

80gr RS "Or whatever you powder choice is" 150 yards.

If you're sighted dead on @ 100, the bullet drop will be 7" @ 150. I put my blade/fiber optics right on their back and squeeze the trigger...
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 01:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,219
Posted By FG

RE: What are you asking Santa for this year?

asking santa for a .58cal barrel for my mountain rifle.


Shame that the $$$ will be coming out of my pocket though :(
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 65,823
Posted By FG

RE: 245 grain vs 295 grain bullets?

If you have something under 60 yards, the bullets going to come apart. With the HP, it will do it a lot sooner.
295gr HP- 58 yards- Pyrodex RS.

100gr
90gr
80gr
...
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 01:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,177
Posted By FG

RE: Pro Hunter's First Deer

Any blood trail?

Congrats on the doe, she looks meaty.
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 01:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 65,823
Posted By FG

RE: 245 grain vs 295 grain bullets?

with hp's i deff. would not use 2 pellets.
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 11:27 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 65,823
Posted By FG

RE: 245 grain vs 295 grain bullets?

100gr pellets

245gr AT = 8" low @ 200 *So they say*

295gr AT = 9" low @ 200.

Not a huge difference at all. Always go with the bigger bullet.
Forum: Guns
12-05-2008, 11:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,713
Posted By FG

RE: cva buckhorn

post this in the blackpowder section.

The buckhorn is the new updated model of the staghorn. excellent shooting rifles!
Forum: Black Powder
12-05-2008, 10:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 65,823
Posted By FG

RE: 245 grain vs 295 grain bullets?

There is very very little difference in drop between the 245 and 295gr powerbelt. Heavier is always better. I know that with 80gr pyrodex rs and a 295, sighted dead on @ 100 i am 7" low @ 150. Your 2...
Forum: Black Powder
12-04-2008, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,041
Posted By FG

RE: Best Long Range Bullet

For that 150+ yard shooting i pretty much use everything from my standard 295gr Powerbelt up to the 405gr Powerbelt. A .530 round ball is also a deadly killer out to 150 yards with my current powder...
Forum: Black Powder
12-04-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,000
Posted By FG

RE: Pro Hunter triggers

In the past, it was common to see posts asking about trigger adjustments for their encores.
Forum: Black Powder
12-04-2008, 08:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,586
Posted By FG

RE: If money wasn't a factor, which in-line would you buy?

SS/Camo Thumbhole CVA Accura.
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2008, 02:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,004
Posted By FG

RE: white stuff on round balls?

i get that when i leave my lead outside. Its oxidation i believe
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2008, 02:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,736
Posted By FG

RE: Hawken is ready to make smoke

3 shots @ 58 yards gave me a 4" verticle group. I was shooting off my knee and leaning on a log so i believe it was my fault for the north/south group. Looks like i will need to put it on the bench...
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2008, 02:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,151
Posted By FG

RE: ok those that shoot loose powder

Lanenebraska's Power tubes. Very inexpensive.
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2008, 01:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,736
Posted By FG

RE: Hawken is ready to make smoke

First outing went Perfect with the .440 round ball load. Exactly right where she needs to be. May adjust the sights a little to the left a bit. This was only 25 yards, i wanted to check the groups...
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2008, 11:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,736
Posted By FG

RE: Hawken is ready to make smoke

This one is going to be for my 13 year old nephew. He wants to start hunting now that he saw his dad take that big whitetail earlier this year. It had the perfect size barrel for him so i went with...
Forum: Black Powder
12-03-2008, 11:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 619
Posted By FG

RE: New to black powder

If you shoot Powerbelts, it is a good idea to order their special tip package for loading them, Especially with the Hollow Points.
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,736
Posted By FG

Hawken is ready to make smoke

Got both barrels loaded and everything ready to go for tomorrow AM. I decided to start out with the .45 shooting 40gr Pyrodex P, .015 patch and a .440 round ball. I will take 1 shot @ 25 just to see...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 09:15 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 14,260
Posted By FG

RE: cva dangerous?

No, Not all of them have been switched over to the Bergara barrel.

Just the Accura,Electra and Optima Elite currently have them. I think that these new models will be replacing the older break...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 08:58 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 14,260
Posted By FG

RE: cva dangerous?

I think the wolf would be a very good starting rifle. And to be honest, Once you got that kitty purring, it may be the only muzzleloader you will need.

After a year or 2 of muzzleloading you...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 08:50 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 14,260
Posted By FG

RE: cva dangerous?

LOL I expected that link to show up.

Take a look at some of the muzzleloader reviews that he has wrote. There are a good number of CVA brand muzzleloaders. Ask yourself, If you were in his shoes...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 08:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,230
Posted By FG

RE: Thanks Coryj - New toy

I just measured the peewee barrel and its 22 % 7/8" long LOL. I thought it looked a little shorter than my bobcats.
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 08:41 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 14,260
Posted By FG

RE: cva dangerous?

LOL no.

in 1995 and 1996 they had breech plug issues on the cva apollo. Randy Wakeman is referring to those but does not mention it.

He also says that Traditions muzzleloaders *Pretty much...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 08:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,230
Posted By FG

RE: Thanks Coryj - New toy

Darn right i made sure it shot! 9" low @ 50yards with 40gr Pyrodex P and .490 ball. Its killing me that you have not shot it yet!
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 05:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,616
Posted By FG

RE: Cabelas Hawken .45cal First outing

lucky dog, i saw that you got all of those packages. Now i have to pay $14 a package!:D

I originally thought of setting it up for my nephew with a 195 grain AT but i may go to the trusty 225 AT....
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 04:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,230
Posted By FG

RE: Thanks Coryj - New toy

I got that pitted .50cal barrel cleaned up with steelwool and flitz so i will run some 385gr great plains conicals through that one tomorrow to smooth out the rest. After that the .45 gets 3 shots at...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 04:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,113
Posted By FG

RE: cva kodiak stocks

you'll have to contact CVA. They are only offered in the Laminated wood.
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,230
Posted By FG

RE: Thanks Coryj - New toy

im not sure but it has 12 lands and 12 groves. Im betting its 1:24 That will do really good with the Powerbelts once i buy some.
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 02:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,230
Posted By FG

RE: Thanks Coryj - New toy

http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm53/thepowerbeltforum/Cabelas%20Hawken/Picture046.jpg
http://i293.photobucket.com/albums/mm53/thepowerbeltforum/Cabelas%20Hawken/Picture047.jpg
...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 02:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,616
Posted By FG

Cabelas Hawken .45cal First outing

First shot was a flinch:( I thought it was going to have a kick to it with the 24" barrel, 70gr pyrodex RS and 285gr Buffalo conical. Surprised the heck out of me that it didn't even kick! Rifle does...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,230
Posted By FG

Thanks Coryj - New toy

Traded my optima to coryj for his cabelas hawken .45cal. He was nice enough to throw in a box of round balls a 2 packages of buffalo conicals. Rifle is darn nice too! I plan on letting my 13yo nephew...
Forum: Black Powder
12-02-2008, 01:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,221
Posted By FG

RE: miss fire HELP........

Try CCI primers.
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 09:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,268
Posted By FG

RE: Quick question

rem oil on the inside and out does great. On the bore i simply just oil a patch lightly and do a few strokes and then allow it to dry for a couple minutes and run a dry patch down to mop up the...
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 08:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,878
Posted By FG

RE: How long can I leave the load in my gun

That load looks perfect for the distance "What was the distance?" You shot the deer at. The base of the bullet isnt even folded in or crinkled at all. The Aerotip probably would have exited but i...
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 07:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,878
Posted By FG

RE: How long can I leave the load in my gun

that works just fine! Can you remove the gas seal and take a pic of the nipple area? Looks like it didnt even fragment which is excellent. Make a big hole in the deer on the entrance?
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 06:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,399
Posted By FG

RE: Blackhorn 209 and hang fires.....

Magnum
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,399
Posted By FG

RE: Blackhorn 209 and hang fires.....

seems like the winchester primers are giving some headaches. I'd try the cci 209M
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 04:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,536
Posted By FG

RE: picked up my dad's gift today

good deal, get ol pappy into the game!
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 03:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,487
Posted By FG

RE: I might as well admit it and take my medicine...sorry in advance!!!

it happens man.

Time for a new bullet.
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 02:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,878
Posted By FG

RE: How long can I leave the load in my gun

looking forward to the recovered bullet. I havent tested powerbelts with T7 yet so this will help me out a lot.
Forum: Muzzleloading Guns
12-01-2008, 02:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,526
Posted By FG

RE: T/C Hawkins and Renegades

someone buy these! $350 for the set is an excellent deal.
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,104
Posted By FG

RE: CVA and scope issues

Lower your charge down to 80 and work up to 100gr. Magnum loads are something to sell newbe's so they can sell more powder *pellets*
Forum: Black Powder
12-01-2008, 12:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,878
Posted By FG

RE: How long can I leave the load in my gun

What powerbelt/powder charge did you shoot?

Post some pics of the bullet when you can.

Congrats on the doe and be sure to clean the rifle!
Forum: Black Powder
11-30-2008, 10:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 8,181
Posted By FG

RE: Ardesa Hawken Match & Hawken Creedmore

People shooting with those butt plates often hold them wrong. They treat' em like a centerfire with a rubber recoil pad.
Forum: Black Powder
11-30-2008, 04:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,747
Posted By FG

RE: shockwave or powerbelt

isnt the shockwave/sst the bullet over on MM thats losing all of the deer?
Forum: Black Powder
11-30-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,286
Posted By FG

RE: help choosing muzzleloader

CVA Accura easily.
Forum: Black Powder
11-30-2008, 12:33 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 13,891
Posted By FG

RE: Prayer Request / Update 11/29

damn this is getting stressful to hear[:@]

Is she still awake?
Forum: Black Powder
11-30-2008, 12:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 402
Posted By FG

Did some reading last night

Just wanted to share this. I was reading the book- Westering man, The life of Joseph Walker:

The german Jaguers were somewhat more accurate,but they were too intricate for rough use. Lead balls...
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