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JR,
In the past I have used a T/C Encore 50 cal w/ 345 gr Maxi-ball and 110 gr Pyrodex (or 777). I've also used Powerbelt bullets 270 gr - 345 gr. I'm now using Blackhorn powder for the T/C and will have that with Maxi-ball as a backup.
This year, for the first time, I'll be using "Sally" which is a Lyman Great Plains Rifle 54 cal with patched round ball. It's percussion - maybe I'll try flintlock in the future, one step at a time.... Anyway, I'm using a .535" dia ball from Hornady (as I don't make my own yet) with .010" patch and I'm using 100 gr ffg Goex BP. I've tried going heavier on the powder (it's supposed to be able to go to 110 gr double-f) and I've tried lighter but 100 gr with that ball and patch combo are pretty accurate for me. I plan to stay within 100 yds on my shot, more like 80 yds or less as I'm pretty confident out to 70 yds or so.
You all probably know this already, but in Colorado you can't use scopes, pellet BP, sabots, electronic ignition during muzzle loader season. I kinda like it as it keeps the number of hunters down during that season.
Mike
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