The 150-grain load penetrated 6. 1, 992 fps; 16 fps; 1 1/4 inches. These tests produced results very similar to previous tests I have conducted on various powders. Is there a way to figure of in milliliters, how much space an amount of ffg black powder will occupy?
WTS - Spot Hogg Hunter by 92xj. Remember, black powder substitutes are not applicable for anything contained in this blog, this references black powder only. When working with gunpowder that confusion will kill you likely hurt people to your left and right. May Faction end and Wealth Loyalist Ballad. Adjustable to hold from 30 to 120 grains. Thanks for your patience. In order to protect our community and marketplace, Etsy takes steps to ensure compliance with sanctions programs. Black powder has a certain density which tends to be fairly uniform from maker to maker and grade to grade. Blackpowder Measures WARNING. The main thing about measuring by volume is to be consistent.. nope bh 209 is by weight or volume:: my load for on of omega is 81 grains by weight or 110 by volume. The MZ1617 is designed for full detailsOriginal price $5. The second buck, shot a week later with the same bullet in the same location at 140 yards with a load of 150 grains of White Hot pellets, went only 30 yards and left a blood trail from both entrance and exit holes.
Because the internet so far hasn't yielded the answer of "well x amount of ffg powder filled this much space so in theory here's a ratio to work with. " Any goods, services, or technology from DNR and LNR with the exception of qualifying informational materials, and agricultural commodities such as food for humans, seeds for food crops, or fertilizers. I don't think the backwoods hunters of old days had fancy basspro stores or catalogs avaible at the click of a mouse- so I got to thinking, how did the old men measure off a primary load of powder? These measures allow quick and accurate measuring of powder to ensure the right shotgun load every time. This is less than half of that produced by a. Grain to Gram conversion. These measures can be reduced in length for in-between charges. The amount of powder in your hand was the amount used. Muzzleloader Magnum Pellet Quick Loaders are a combination loader and bullet starter. Other Methods of Powder Dispensing. Looks like if you take the first number in the Black Powder Volume and multiply by 2, then subtact that from the Black Volume in Gns,, you can convert to the Pyrodex Volume.
Anyone have any tested data? Therefore I'd use 100-110grns Pyrodex-RS. It's a plunger type bolt. We also sell Indian reproduction powder horn s, which have no volumetric measure. This isn't the first time and probably not the last time that I've seen a vast difference between muzzleloader performances on deer with 100- and 150-grain powder loads. WARRANTY information page 5. Call 1(855) 236-5000. Bullet trajectory under hunting conditions is the main criteria for consistent and proper bullet placement on that big buck, and this factor really separates the 100-grain loading from the 150-grain loading. How to measure black powder by volume. Lee Valley tools has an inexpensive digital scale for way under $20. That is, when we mention a load of 100 grains of black powder, does that mean 100 grains of weight even though we acheive that using a volumetric metering device?
I used Hodgdon 777 FFG powder along with the new Blackhorn 209 loose powder and my favorite pelletized powder, Hodgdon White Hots, in both 100- and 150-grain loadings for comparisons. So which load did the best job? I dont want to go blowing up my new Knight or myself:lol: Just so you know, my prior experience was just dropping 2 50 grain pyrodex pellets down the tube and seating an sabot / XTP on top of it. A cup of molten lead (8 fluid ounces) does not weigh 1/2 lb (8 ounces by weight). A soft-wood plug, glue it in with CA and drill a hole across for a string. 30 grains of FFFg black powder, solid brass, made in the USA.. M-040. Leaves Blowing in the Wind. So for example, if you normally used a powder measure set to throw 90grns of Goex 2F, you'd use the same powder measure (volume) to throw a measure of Pyrodex RS. These sets are one of our best selling products, as they allow pre preparation and consistency every time. How to measure black powder loads. Tariff Act or related Acts concerning prohibiting the use of forced labor. 54cal was the largest they came in? IT ENDED UP AT THE SECOND CLICK!! This morning I put the measure to the test.
I keep one in my shooting box - not sure why, now that I think about it. Originally, I believe, a shooter would find that load that works best for his gun and bullet, then make a little cup that held that same load when filled to the top. Thread Status: - Not open for further replies. Not only once, but twice! Etsy reserves the right to request that sellers provide additional information, disclose an item's country of origin in a listing, or take other steps to meet compliance obligations. However, at 200 yards, the 100-grain load really fell off and was 17. Zimmer- I'm on the edge of getting started if I can get this barrel clear of fouling and minor rust (lots to learn). Different powder makes as well as different granulations 'throw" different weights from the same measure. Measuring powder without a powder measure. Allows any measurement from 5 up to 120 grains. WTS Pistol Bullets, Cheap Prices by marcusp323. For example, Etsy prohibits members from using their accounts while in certain geographic locations. It states that "(#7102) holds 80 grains when fully collapsed and has "clicks" that are graduated in 10 grain increments with a maximum capacity of 150 grains when fully extended.
FIXED POWDER MEASURE. Pete G. Pyrodex and black have different densities, so they don't weigh the same per volume. CAP & BALL POWDER MEASURE. Black powder grain measure. Tristar Double Barrel SXS by OutHouse. In fact I bet that 10 of these CVA volume measures would show various weight equivalents. COMPOSITE POWDER MEASURE. All flasks come with a spout attached, however this may not be the correct size for your gun, so always double check you have the spout you need before going shooting. Both of my referance manuals are lent out right now or Id look up some of the information.. 07 February 2014, 03:39 PM. This afternoon I weighed the charges on an electronic jewelers scale (super accurate for Gold, Diamonds, etc) and the old charges weighed 56 grains.
I weighed out new charges of 80 grains to sight in the scope with and they had a pretty hefty kick. I read somewhere that the old way involved putting the ball in your palm, and pouring powder over the ball until it was covered. Power Type; Three-Shot Velocity Average; Speed Variation; Bullet Group at 100 Yards). The economical and reliable way to accurately measure powder charges. LARGE PLAIN POWDER MEASURE 10 Gr. IF YOU DON'T HAVE ONE, FIND A BUDDY THAT DOES.
Today I'm lost just like Alstep. Pyrodex RS does actually weigh less but its irrelevant to the discussion).. pour / measure it the same as if it was Goex 2F. An electric drill held in a bench. I carefully pushed the increments together until the powder was at the top of the measure. NO WAY am I going to try that one. The first deer — a 145-class mature buck — had been shot with a load of 100 grains Hodgdon Triple Seven and a 250-grain Hornady SST bullet broadside at 90 yards. How did they know what a grain was, or how much to put in? If I've read correctly, people are recommending that you use a T/C U-View powder measure to measure Black Horn. Others have performed better with 150-grain loads than 100-grain loadings, and several of my inlines are equally accurate with either loading. Again, I'm just double checking myself before doing something and finding out the hard way that I was wrong:lol: Thanks again for everyone's help on appreciate the guidance! Quote: Originally posted by leavesinthewind: I'm trying to get ready to shoot a. Basically just to try and see how my groups held up.
22 long rifle bullet. The cases for that carbine will only hold 40 grains by weight. Pardon me, I assumed he was measuring his BP and Pyrodex on the Earth. Topic: Blackpowder grains vs. smokeless powder grains (Read 3887 times). Of course I could just buy a powder measure but I'm trying to save some $$ here while experimenting with loose powder and the scale seems more accurate. So, how do I use these tools to measure out 777? Finally, Etsy members should be aware that third-party payment processors, such as PayPal, may independently monitor transactions for sanctions compliance and may block transactions as part of their own compliance programs. Okay, I got my Huntsman barrel yesterday. Use the adjustments to change loads until you find a load that works best for you, THEN make a single non-. Pour your powder into it and then pour the powder from your new measure hole to a scale so you know how much your measure now holds.
I have weighed out 80 gr by volume and it comes out at 69.