Yes, if you are an adult.
No, they may not.
Black powder is not illegal to possess or use in all circumstances, but there are regulations and restrictions on its use, especially in certain areas or for certain purposes. It is important to check local laws and regulations before possessing or using black powder.
Not unless it was manufactured prior to 1898 and is classified as an antique.The problem with owning one even then is that under 18 USC, felons are not permitted to possess explosives, and black powder is an explosive. Therefore, even if you lawfully owned a genuine antique, you could not legally poossess the powder to fire it.
In Tennessee, black powder revolvers are generally classified as firearms, but they are subject to more lenient regulations compared to modern firearms. Individuals can purchase, possess, and carry black powder revolvers without a permit, as long as they are at least 18 years old. However, it’s important to note that federal laws still apply, and individuals prohibited from owning firearms under federal law may not be able to possess black powder revolvers. Always check local laws and regulations, as they can vary.
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.
The questions is not "Black Powder", More it is a question of the definitions of a firearm and of a pistol. CT law would consider a black powder pistol a firearm because it can fire a projectile and the barrel length would also fall under the definition of a pistol. Below is a decision made in CT from the law library. "Replica antique pistol, which fired a .44 caliber ball propelled by a black powder charge, instead of a bullet from a fixed cartridge, constituted a weapon under section; defendant's claim of implicit "antique gun exception" to prohibitions of section rejected. 49 CS 248." Source: "CT legislative law"
It is illegal to purchase or possess black powder for use in modern firearms like the Barrett M82. Black powder is considered an explosive and is highly regulated under federal law. It is recommended to use commercially available smokeless powders specifically designed for these firearms.
No. A felon in any state is not allowed to possess any type of gun, regardless of if it is loaded or if ammo is available.
A quick check of the CT game regulations indicates that NO handgun may be used for deer or turkey hunting. Black powder or modern. Run a Google search for Connecticut Hunting regulations, and take a look.
Black powder absorbs moisture from the atmosphere
Manganese dioxide (MnO2) is a black powder.
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.