So I just bought my first C&B pistol, a Uberti Cimmeron 1860's Navy in 44cal. Its nice though a few small detractors (small trigger area and sharp screws below cylinder.)
So after thoroughly reading the instruction multiple times I have questions. The instructions say to use a "powder of proper granulation." but it gives no reference to what that is. I have some tins of fffg from Goex and a half tin of ffffg. Are these to fine for this firearm?
Secondly, do I need a patch or just ball only?
It makes reference to conical ball for loading but I am guessing that's something like a Minnie Ball. Any experiences with all this?
And lastly, I would like to get a single or double cavity mold (period style) to accompany this pistol. I am thinking Bag Mold but I am open to suggestions here.
Thanks in advance.