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The Federal Laws governing firearms do not classify muzzleloaders as a "firearm" , and in most states you can buy one with no paperwork or background check. However that does not make it technically legal for a felon to poses it. I have read of cases pertaining to this where the person was hassled at great expense in time and money by local law enforcement regardless of the intended use, only to be convicted on possession of explosives charges for having black powder. The "best practice" I have heard of is obtaining a waiver from BATFE or your local jurisdiction so you have paper in hand showing proof of legal possession, after all it is not worth your time, money or potential freedom dealing with an over zealous prosecutor or non gun friendly jurisdiction when a simple document could prevent it. This topic has been discussed at length for years both pro and con, and what it boils down to is a case by case determination. You can go to free advice.com ( http://forum.freeadvice.com/other-crimes-federal-state-4/ex-felons-black-powder-weapons-legal-386903.html) or better yet to the BATF site ( http://www.atf.gov/firearms/index.htm) and get a more direct answer for your state and county, but the best advice would be to speak to an authority in your state or to BATFE to be 100% sure.
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What are best rounds for springfield 1864 trapdoor?
the 1864 is a converted cvil war muzzel loader to center fire 50/70 caliber. due to pressure it is recommended shells of 50/70 cal only be loaded with black powder or equalivent................
Is 22 short the same as 22 short black powder?
No. Mosern .22 shorts are loaded with smokeless powder. .22 short black powder is loaded with just that - black powder. Smokeless powder develops higher pressures than black powder and should not be blindly used without some confirmation that the gun will handle the pressures. Consult a local gunsmith.
How long can a black powder gun be left loaded?
Forever
Can a felon in Iowa own a muzzel loader?
Convicted felons are prohibitted by US Code, Title 18 from owning "black powder arrms" which are specifically named in the statute.
Where can you buy factor loaded black powder bullets?
You can buy them at Buffalo Arms.
How much is a Connecticut Valley Arms 32 caliber black powder revolver worth?
a32 caliber black power connecticut a thousand dollar
What is a black powder firearm?
There are generally 2 types of BP firearm, 1 muzzleloaders, loaded with powder cloth patch and lead ball or mini ball (also powder and a sabot and bullet in the more modern guns. 2 Black powder cartridge guns, that fire a more conventional looking self contained cartridge loaded with black powder and a bullet. such as the 45-70 or the 30-30 ( first number is the caliber second number is the grains of black powder in the cartridge. 45 caliber with 70 grains of powder) I am greatly generalizing
At what point does a black powder pistol become a weapon in flasome one said when it is loaded?
You need a lawyer.
What is it worth kentuckian black powder rifle made in Italy by armi sport 45cal percussion muzzel loader serial number 50024?
Depending on condition, these are typically are $125-$175.
How old is your 54 caliber Connecticut valley arms black powder rifle?
No published sn data.
Is a black powder revolver considered a muzzleloader?
In the technical sense no it is not loaded via the muzzle of the gun, black powder revolver is accurate as terms go, but they do fall under the blanket of "muzzle loader" in general terms.
How many grams of gunpowder is in a 22 long rifle?
Powder charges are traditionally weighed in GRAINS rather than grams. Originally, the .22 LR was loaded with 7 grains of very fine black powder. All present day 22 LR ammo is loaded with smokeless powder, and the charge is about 1 grain.
