part # 1 paper patching the ML

[Nobade]

I treat the muzzleloaders just like a cartridge rifle. Bullets are patched using the Hythe method, with a spot of lead showing on the base. As long as the bore is clean and the bullet/patch combo fits correctly they don't come off.

[Keith]

thanks

[idahoron]

This is the latest rifle I have to paper patch. This one was my last stainless steel 1" across the flats Green Mountain 1-30 twist.




I found the donor rifle online and put a Lee Shavers mid range sight with a Hadley eye cup.






I also add a Lee Shavers Ferriss front sight.



I decided on a Accurate mould.






This is a 200 yard group



500 yard group

[Nobade]

Way to go Ron! You certainly have this stuff figured out now. I'm glad you post these, I bet you have been inspiration to quite a few shooters out there. Not many know what is possible when we go back to cutting edge technology for the 1880's, that stuff worked then and it still does now. Keep it up!

[idahoron]

Thanks!!