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stewswanson · 11-04-2010, 05:25 PM

I have used both .451 and .454 balls with no problem. They both will shave off a ring of lead when loaded which means they are larger than the cylinder and are sealing. I have used 777 in mine and load 24 gr.(by volume). You use less 777 than you would black powder or pyrodex ( it is about 15% more potent). The 777 is somewhat less "dirty" but same day cleaning is still a good practice. I usually use 27 gr. of Pyrodex.
I also use a lubed wad over the powder which also prevents chain fires.
Stew

11-04-2010, 05:25 PM	#4
stewswanson Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 19	Re: A new members questions I have used both .451 and .454 balls with no problem. They both will shave off a ring of lead when loaded which means they are larger than the cylinder and are sealing. I have used 777 in mine and load 24 gr.(by volume). You use less 777 than you would black powder or pyrodex ( it is about 15% more potent). The 777 is somewhat less "dirty" but same day cleaning is still a good practice. I usually use 27 gr. of Pyrodex. I also use a lubed wad over the powder which also prevents chain fires. Stew