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How much powder do you put in a traditions 50 cal black powder rifle?
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∙ 15y ago
It depends on what you are doing with it. The best place to start is with the same # grains as the caliber ( 50 in this case) and for target plinking that should do well. For hunting or longer range target plinking you will need to go up from there. I have used 70 - 80 grains for years out to about 120 yards, with an occasional 90 grain load for up hill or heavy brush. That all with a T/C New englander and patched round ball or mini balls. That should get you started, if you need more info, i have enough to make at least one of your ears fall of.
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