I always wanted to varmint hunt the entire day with my 1885's. And I have done it before with smokeless powder with great results.
Lately I have been working with BP loads for the rifles. I have done alright with my 45-70, and I am now working on my 45 Colt Low Wall. I think the Low Wall would make a great ground hog rifle out to 200 or 250 yards. And I want to shoot BP loads out of the rifle.
Now in reality hunting ground hogs is done on hot days in the summer. And for 4 to 6 hours at a time. What considerations do I need to take into account concerning barrel treatment while shooting?? Assuming 6 to 10 shots in that time period, and stretched out over that period??
Any special considerations?? To maintain accuracy?? Tom.