They look between 1/16 to 1/8 of an inch thick, are they supposed to be this thin? If they are, could 48 grains of fffg be used in it or no? thanks!
2007-12-27 03:49:29 · 5 answers · asked by Midnight-Expressman 2 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Hunting
They were designed for black powder and the low pressure that comes with it, so yes they are thin. I use 30-40 gr's of 3Fin mine and have found the best accuracy at 35 gr's. If you want to hot rod a gun I'd suggest something stronger....like a howitzer.
2007-12-27 03:57:13 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The usual loads are 20-35 grains. The cylinder walls may look thin, but for black powder they are more than sufficient.
2007-12-27 05:32:12 · answer #2 · answered by Curtis B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suppose you can safely use FFFg powder, but I'd use FFg in a .44 caliber revolver.
As 66GTO put it, these were designed for blackpowder and lower pressures. Don't try using smokeless powder loads in these cylinders, you will end up with a face and hand full of metal.
Doc
2007-12-27 04:35:38 · answer #3 · answered by Doc Hudson 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
quick66gt is exactly right. Black powder burns at much lower pressures so the extra thick walls of today's rifles tha use modern powder weren't needed back then. As with any older firearm, I would have it inspected by a qualified smith prior to firing.
Shoot safe
2007-12-27 04:36:06 · answer #4 · answered by randy 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
start small work your way up....if you want a harder hitting cap and ball go to a walker or a lemat or even single shot just carry a brace (i think that is 3 or 4) pistols.....
2007-12-27 04:38:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋