Hi all,
I've inherited from my dad a couple of black powder percussion firearms: Jukar .45 cal pistol serial# 4006795, and a Markwell Arms .45 cal Kentucky rifle serial# E5923
Both are in perfect cosmetic and functional condition and complete with their rods, never been fired. I remember my dad building the rifle kit, was an excellent woodworker and craftsman, the finish on the stock is quite pretty. In any case, they appear to just need a good dusting and cleaning to be ready to shoot. I have several pistols, rifles, and shotguns but have never shot any black powder and look forward to the experience. As a total BP newb I am looking for guidance.
I found a thread here advising that for the pistol: .440 round ball ammo, .010 lubed patch, #10-11 percussion caps, and start with 25 grains of 3F powder. Everyone agree or possibly want to add to those basic recommendations?
I did not find any direct recommendations for the .45 rifle. Should I use the same ammo/items as for the pistol? Maybe more powder, or...? Any and all advice or information welcome, please.
Is there a good website(s) or tutorials to show me the basics of using these firearms properly and safely? Better than bugging you guys with black powder 101 questions!
Thanks in advance, Cris
I've inherited from my dad a couple of black powder percussion firearms: Jukar .45 cal pistol serial# 4006795, and a Markwell Arms .45 cal Kentucky rifle serial# E5923
Both are in perfect cosmetic and functional condition and complete with their rods, never been fired. I remember my dad building the rifle kit, was an excellent woodworker and craftsman, the finish on the stock is quite pretty. In any case, they appear to just need a good dusting and cleaning to be ready to shoot. I have several pistols, rifles, and shotguns but have never shot any black powder and look forward to the experience. As a total BP newb I am looking for guidance.
I found a thread here advising that for the pistol: .440 round ball ammo, .010 lubed patch, #10-11 percussion caps, and start with 25 grains of 3F powder. Everyone agree or possibly want to add to those basic recommendations?
I did not find any direct recommendations for the .45 rifle. Should I use the same ammo/items as for the pistol? Maybe more powder, or...? Any and all advice or information welcome, please.
Is there a good website(s) or tutorials to show me the basics of using these firearms properly and safely? Better than bugging you guys with black powder 101 questions!
Thanks in advance, Cris