Apr 11, 2011 · Pyrodex and 777 require cleaning after the shooting session while Blackhorn does not. If your rifle likes a fouled barrel it is almost impossible to keep a fouled barrel with Pyrodex …

Mar 20, 2004 · Hi, :D I would certainly appreciate your advice on the following, Cartdrige, 45-70. Rifle, Handi Single Shot. Bullet: Hunters Supply 405gr FP. Hard cast lead. a green colored …

Nov 26, 2008 · But if Pyrodex is all you can find locally, go with it. I probably place more emphasis on accuracy with cap and ball sixguns than most folks, so that's why I'm a front-pew-member …

Mar 12, 2010 · Re: can I use Hodgdon Pyrodex "RS" ffg smokeless to load my 45-70 cases? The Pyrodex I've loaded (in a muzzle-loader) substituted for black by volume, not weight. Thus, …

Aug 30, 2004 · Blackpowder To Pyrodex To Triple 7 Equivale I wasn't even sure what a Firestorm was, so I went to T/C's web site to check it out. Interesting, a flintlock that has a removable …

Oct 29, 2003 · I have Pyrodex pellets and have been using them several years. I was wondering if perhaps it's time to discard them. They smell fine, ignite fine, and have a grey to black color. Is …

Apr 16, 2013 · I have a small 1" bore cannon with 3/4" side walls made out of Axel steel, bore length is 5". I am going to shoot blanks with it. Now to the question, when shooting blanks …

Feb 4, 2016 · Using Pyrodex RP as the main charge and in the priming pan, it would fire reliably, but there was what seemed like an unacceptable lag between hammer drop and ignition. I …

Jun 27, 2012 · Treat Pyrodex exactly like black powder in loading and cleaning up gun and cases. I have gotten some of the best accuracy out of Pyrodex Select in my Sharps 45-70. Shoot cast …

Jun 14, 2017 · Pyrodex pellets do have a touch of blackpowder on one end for better ignition. Triple Seven pellets do not. Pellets were designed for 209 primers, not #11 caps. You might …