You will have to consult your local and state government, laws vary from county to county within some states and proper licences and permits are required in most areas for storing more than 5 pounds. You should also consult your insurance company to check for upgrades needed to cover explosives storage.
Black powder is much weaker than smokeless powder. Smokeless powder, for this reason, once invented(much after black powder), replaced black powder in guns. However, black powder is still used in fireworks because the extreme explosive power of smokeless powder would prove too dangerous in fireworks.
How much is a old black powder only 45 cal long barrel pistol worth?
110 any more you just blow power out of the muzzle.
Typically 50 to 75 grains of ffG powder.
Chances are that if you overload the charge in a revolver style black powder pistol, you can blow up the cylinder or blow the barrel off the end of the gun.
First, find a copy of the owner's manual for YOUR pistol. Second, use ONLY black powder, or a modern black powder substitute, such as Pyrodex. The ROUGH rule of thumb is one half the bore diameter in grains of powder. A .32 cal would use ABOUT 12-16 grains of powder.
Depends on the caliber. A .45 caliber pistol uses about 40 grains of black powder. Contact the maker's website and download the owner's manual for YOUR gun.
Follow the recommendations in the owner's manual.
A typical firecracker contains around 50-100 milligrams of black powder. This amount may vary depending on the size and design of the firecracker.
It depends on the type of powder, the age and caliber of the cannon, the condition of the cannon, the projectile, etc.
The typical load for a .44 black powder pistol varies depending on the specific firearm and intended use, but it generally ranges from 20 to 30 grains of black powder. Some shooters may use more or less powder based on their preferences or the specific powder type. It's important to follow the manufacturer's recommendations and guidelines for safe loading practices. Always ensure proper measurement and safety when handling black powder.
In California, individuals without a permit can legally possess up to 5 pounds of black powder or smokeless powder for personal use. However, it's important to check with local laws and regulations regarding storage and transportation of gun powder.