Check at craft and hardware stores for dowel rods. Cut one to length and you have just made yourself a ramrod. I have had to replace many ramrods over the years with my own muzzle loaders. Dowels work well. Try to get hardwood instead of pine, as it is a bit weaker. But, pine will do if that is all that is available. If you want brass tips, you can order those online.
100-400
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60-300
To take apart a Plainsman .50 cal muzzleloader, first ensure the firearm is unloaded and clear of any ammunition. Begin by removing the ramrod and then unscrew the barrel from the stock, typically done by loosening the barrel bands or screws. Next, detach the lock assembly by removing the screws holding it in place. Finally, carefully remove the nipple and any other components for cleaning or maintenance. Always refer to the manufacturer’s instructions for specific disassembly steps.
100-300 USD
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Depends on condition and any accessories. Value range from 100-200.
Contact the maker of your rifle for their instructions. It will depend on bullet weight. Assuming you mean a .50 cal MUZZLELOADER- and not a .50 Barrett- between 75 and 90 grains of ffG black powder is an average load for a patched ball.
You can find parts for your 50 cal CVA Apollo muzzleloader at various online retailers specializing in muzzleloader supplies, such as MidwayUSA or Brownells. Additionally, CVA's official website may offer replacement parts and accessories. Local gun shops or sporting goods stores that carry muzzleloading equipment might also have parts available. It's a good idea to check forums and community groups focused on muzzleloading for specific recommendations as well.
I bought two of these about five years ago, and paid $69.95 a piece for them at Bass-Pro, but they only sold them for one year.
Value will depend on the exact model, Interest in the traditional style muzzle loaders seems to have dropped in favor of the in-line 209 primed rifles. Figure about $250-300. I have a TC Renegade in .50 cal- great shooting rifles.
The only locations I know of are Dixie Gun Works, Track of the Wolf and numrich gun parts. They may have what you need or be able to cross reference parts that will fit.