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It will depend a bit on the individual revolver, but around 15 grains per cylinder is probably a good place to start - then if that seems lighter than you'd like when shooting, you can gradually try increasing the charge. So long as you load properly and the gun is in good condition, you can't really go wrong with black powder - you can put in as much as the cylinder will hold, leaving room to seat the ball properly, and it should be ok. If you want to put in a lot less than the cylinder holds, you may need to use a wad or filler of some sort between the powder and the ball, since the ball must be seated on the powder with no air gap between. It is always a good idea to fill the cylinder over the ball with lubricating grease of some sort ('Bore Butter' of other similar purpose-made lubricant, or just Crisco or similar), since apart from providing lubrication and keeping the fouling soft, this also guarantees a good seal of the chamber, preventing 'chain fires' which might be caused by the explosion of one cylinder igniting the adjacent cylinders (which is certainly not pleasant, and could be very dangerous).
What else can I help you with?
What happens if you put to much powder in your black powder revolver?
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.
How much ffg powder load for a 44 caliber black powder revolver?
fill it all the way up get 1000 fps no worry about blowing up
How much is a black powder revolver no A53978 engraved by W L Ormsby May 16 1843 worth?
i have found this old revolver in a pawn shop for 20 bucks how much is it worth
How much is a Connecticut Valley Arms 32 caliber black powder revolver worth?
a32 caliber black power connecticut a thousand dollar
How much powder do put in a 44cal black powder REVOLVER?
Typically, 20-30 grains. Depends on the bullet/ ball you are using. Contact the maker, get a copy of the owner's manual, follow instructions.
How much is a mint condition colt black powder revolver dated sept 10 1850 worth?
You must seek the services of a qualified appraiser
How much is my 44 caliber F Lli Pietta new army 12 inch barrel black powder Polished stainless steel revolver worth?
Stainless steel, brand new retails for about $400
How does black powder compare to smokeless powder in power?
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 36Cal pistol engraved by w l ormsby May 16 1843 serial no A22244 worth?
That would depend on Mr. Ormsby's reputation in the engraving community, whether it was done at the factory or after market and overall condition of the piece.
How much 36cal black powder revolver worth?
The best way to determine actual value is to search the on-line auctions, such as www.gunbroker.com and www.auctionarms.com or even www.proxibid.com enter your details in the search and see what is selling and for how much. You can also search the archives and or sold items to get an idea of what your gun is selling for. Another place to look is The blue book of modern black powder values, available from www.midwayusa.com and www.bluebookpublications.com as well as many of the other hunting and firearm stores. That will give you an idea of the general value. Guns tend to have some regional value too, say a Thompson Center Seneca may be worth a bit more in the north east than in the mid west,and a Ruger old army may sell higher in the northwest than the east coast. Don't forget condition has allot to do with value, so compare apples to apples.
How much is a old black powder only 45 cal long barrel pistol worth?
How much is a old black powder only 45 cal long barrel pistol worth?
How much is a 50 cal blackpowder handgun worth?
To even begin to give an accurate value I would need to know the condition, maker and model. If you don't know these you can compare yours to ones in the on line auctions, like gunbroker and auction arms. Look up black powder pistol or black powder revolver and compare photos to what you have, that should help identify and give you a value as well.
