I am asking if a 375 grain T.C. Maxie Ball will shoot safely in a CVA 50 Cal Hawkin rifle.
If it will shoot safely, what would be the minimum and maximum powder charge to use?
Thank you in advance for your replies.
I am asking if a 375 grain T.C. Maxie Ball will shoot safely in a CVA 50 Cal Hawkin rifle.
If it will shoot safely, what would be the minimum and maximum powder charge to use?
Thank you in advance for your replies.
Da Okie/ Now known as Vearl
It will be safe to shoot. I'd start out at around 40 or 50gr and you could easily go up to 80 or more.
Aim small, miss small!
I've worked up to 90 gr. in several rifles. Most times though you don't need that much powder.
Mrs. Hogwallop up and R-U-N-N-O-F-T.
Safe yes.
Accurate ???? Depends on the twist. But it never hurts to try. Maybe start at 40grs and up it 5grs at a time to see if accuracy improves.
I HATE auto-correct
Happiness is a Warm GUN & more ammo to shoot in it.
My Experience and My Opinion, are just that, Mine.
SASS #375 Life
Here's a CVA sidelock manual with load limitations.
It seems to discourage using heavy weight bullets by giving warnings.
https://cva.com/wp-content/uploads/2.../Side-lock.pdf
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