My grandfather went hunting with a traditional muzzleloader for over 30 years, cancer took him back in January of this year but I inherited one of his traditional 50 cal hawken rifles, thanksgiving day 2022 I claimed my first buck (6pt) using a .490 round ball with 90 grains of FF and greased patches. Being 19 at the moment I’m sure there’s plenty more great hunting memories ahead and I know pops was with me in spirit when I harvested him. Overall these rifles are perfect for hunting and they’re a ton of fun to shoot.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Great score my friend! I believe you will become absolutely HOOKED using that Hawken rifle. You'll get so hooked, you will start leaving your modern guns at home! Thanks for watching my friend. .

@tommuttera3730

Жыл бұрын

Hey Pepp Pasta; one ear of corn does not a harvest make. One 6pt buck does not a harvest make, the total take for a season is the harvest.

@rutrutbella600

Ай бұрын

New subscriber haven't shot bp since in early teens just picked up a Hatfield 45 flintlock and tradition 50 flintlock now gotta get all the accessories then to shoot it ty for tutorial

Being someone that is new to BP it is great to get a re-re-refresher course. Seriously. Your video is great to watch and makes new shooters more confident and sure of themselves. Thanks Mark. Merry Christmas.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for. watching.......Merry Christmas.

I’m an old Ranger sniper who’s just getting started in the whole muzzleloading thing..thanks for the valuable basic information.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thank you for your service. You're going to like this hobby so much, you'll start leaving your modern guns at home soon!

@rutrutbella600

Ай бұрын

Half brother was third herd dec 65 to almost 68

Great intro for beginners Mark. I'm gonna have to find that organizer you said you got at lowes. Looks handy. Hopefully videos like this will encourage newbies to give it a try. As always, thanks for sharing.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

@Michael W. Salter......Well...here is the box you're asking about: www.lowes.com/pd/Keter-9-40-in-Resin-Tool-Box/3083761 Thanks for watching....

thanks for such a great video! your enthusiasm and passion is contagious. just got started with a hawken clone and a pietta 1851, excited to get started!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Be VERY careful......once you start shooting BP guns, you'll start leaving all your other guns at home. Welcome to the madness!

Great catch Mark ! You didn’t give information overload, even though a lot more can be said ! A friend showed me his muzzleloader broken stock and barrel pealed back like a banana ! Asked what powder he used he produced a can of 2400 pistol powder ! 😳 and he lived for another day. Black powder only ! Thanks again you do a great job ! And not a bad shooter ether. ! 👍

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

WOW...I'm surprised he survived that ordeal. I tried overloading barrels with Swiss black powder and smokeless powder on a video a few months ago. They didn't survive too well...LOL Thanks for watching my friend.

Always get a kick out of your videos Mark. Upbeat and you are having fun. Good info for a beginner and we need more of them to keep it going. Merry Christmas

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend......Merry Christmas to you & your family.

Not entirely sure why I clicked on this been shooting black powder since I was 7 years old. With that said very well presented

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend. This one was actually put together by request from several shooters that are new to the sport. Thanks for watching.

Mark , Great video and glad you informed everyone about marking ramrod. So many shooters even experienced ones lose track of whether their gun is loaded or not.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Yep..I've personally seen this happen. It can be dangerous. Thanks for watching...

Great introduction, Mark. All the things I learned the hard way back in the 70s. Have a great Christmas!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes..I would have LOVED to watch something the this when I started. It would have make life easier....

Great video! Especially the very first segment. When I first got started I didn't realize all that came with shooting these guns. Keep up the good work

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes...... It would have make life easier....Thanks for. watching...

Great job. A very informative video for someone wanting to get started. Joining a dedicated blackpowder club is also helpful because most of the people there will take the time to help new shooters figure out all the ins and outs of muzzleloaders. And you can have a lot of fun with the shooting and Camaraderie

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely agree with you. Camaraderie is a lot of fun!!!

Fantastic How-To video. I inherited a Philip Pettett .451 muzzle loader recently and your video has me excited to complete my kit and take this beauty to the range. Thank you!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

You're gonna love shooting that rascal! This hobby is addicting! Thanks for watching...

Another one knocking it out of the park. Great work Mark.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob....Merry Christmas to you & your family....

My first educational video on Muzzle Loaders. Inherited one and had zero idea how to use it. This was entertaining and very useful. Thanks!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend.....

Thank you for sharing! I black powder rifle practically landed in my hands. My mom found it stashed away from years ago, and she doesn't want it. it was my dad's, he passed away in 1998. I never knew this rifle was in the house while growing up. Fast forward a few decades, it's in my hands as my first time holding a black powder rifle.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Be VERY careful...once you start shooting that rascal, you'll get hooked quickly & want more time shooting it! Thanks for watching.

Great video with a lot of great information! Thanks for posting it.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Uncle.........

An absolute GREAT instructional video for not only the newbie but the somewhat experienced BP shooter. I have shot a muzzle loader for awhile, years ago, and this really helped me remember what I needed to do. You produce great videos!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend....keep on shooting brother!

Excellent video Mark, explaining the loading procedure with a real rifle makes all the difference. I imagine an awful lot of shooters have come across loaded guns and this video goes a long way to pointing out what to look for.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

That's one of the reasons for this one...maybe it will keep others safe. Thanks for watching.

Thank you Mr. BPMS. This was a great refresher. Took my NJ Muzzle Loader hunting course and qualification about 27 years ago and wanted to make sure I remember everything. This was a better lesson than even the state offered. Remembered never to use cartridge re-loader powder and to mark the loading rod. Thanks for the extra attention to detail.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped...thanks for watching.

First timer, haven't bought my riffle yet, Thank you for the educational video, very fun and helpful. I will check more of your videos and comment on them. I know they will be just as good. Again Thank you!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching them....

Hello and Merry Christmas! I'm a total noob to BP and trying to learn every scrap of information I can find. Found you from another link and boy am I glad I did! Very informative and easy to understand. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, sir. Appreciate ya!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Tammy...it is a VERY addicting hobby! Keep on shooting sister & thanks for watching the videos.

Very informative tutorial. I'm avid, seasoned shooter but just newbie starting in muzzle-loading universe. It looks like much more interesting with much more fun than shooting regular rifles. :)

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Once you start shooting traditional black powder guns and get use to them...you will start leaving all your modern guns at home. These guns are VERY addicting. It won't take long to get you hooked! Thanks for watching....

Hi Mark, love your videos. Everything I know about BP guns is from youtube videos. You and duelist1954 are the best help for me. I have a Tradtions blunderbuss made from kit with my grandson, and a Tradtions Hawkin rifle in 50 cal. I didn't pop the cap on a hunting trip before loading and the gun misfired and deer got away. next cap fired main charge lesson learned the hard way. It is good to have a Christian brother doing these videos. Have Merry Christmas!!!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Aaaah, thanks for those kind words my friend. Merry Christmas to you & your family. Don't worry...that next deer will be a bigger one!

Muzzleloading is a blast! Glad to find your channel!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for hanging around. You'll see some unusual wacky ( poor ) shooting here..LOL

@DEERCREEKGUNSHOP

Жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter 👍 We can relate

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

@@DEERCREEKGUNSHOP Geez...I hope not. I almost rank at the bottom of ANY competitions....LOL

Thanks for this video. It gave me an intro on how to fire a rifle I received recently from my dad.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

7 ай бұрын

That's outstanding! Have fun shooting my friend.

Very informative video! Thank you!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend........

Cheers! This guy is so pure

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Aaaagh, thanks for those kind words....

Great information Mark thanks for posting.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching......Merry Christmas.

@kholtzen1

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Merry Christmas Mark

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

@@kholtzen1 Likewise my friend. Merry Christmas

I watched this 3 times already because I found it that informative. I noticed that you take the time to carefully answer everyone's comment too. That is so cool of you to take the time to do that. I am definitely gonna have to find me a rifle but I'm currently scratching cash for flying at the moment 😆

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching it....I do try to answer all comments...at least for now. There may be a time I can't get to all of the comments someday, but for now I'll respond. I understand all too well what the flying expenses are like. Anything airplane related is VERY expensive. I asked my son to find me some audio cords so we can hear the cockpit recordings on video. All future flying videos from now on will feature the voices of those flying. I can't wait to post more of those flying videos soon. Merry Christmas my friend.....

@kevincollins8014

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Merry Christmas to you and your family as well.

@308dad8

Жыл бұрын

As he mentioned Pawn Shops are a good place IF they’ll let you inspect the bore, if not new in-line models aren’t bad expensive with models starting under $170 at your local Walmart. Local gun shops usually have at least a couple used muzzleloaders sitting around collecting dust.

@kevincollins8014

Жыл бұрын

@@308dad8 Great information thank you and have a wonderful day

Great institutional video. Well done.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching...hope it helps someone. That's the goal. .

My 3rd and 4th ARE LITTERALLY the same Two Guns you are demonstrating! but with set triggers. just took out a flint Charleville and had a "Flash in my Pan" as I did Not Prick my vent! first shot from oil/grease and storage. Going out soon with my Springfield riffled musket! Bust A Cap. "I practice" the loaded gun tradition of a Feather in my Loaded Touch Hole, for safety Loaded reminder, And to Help seal humidity out of my main Charge. But I have chickens and plenty of feathers. Thanks for the Memory Tune Up. God Bless and Keep your Smoke Poles SMOKING!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

WOW, that's pretty cool using the same guns. This hobby is just way too addicting! Thanks for watching my friend.

Very well done,thank you!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Hope it helps some one getting into this awesome hobby! Thanks for watching....

Great video!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

10 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching...hope it helps someone someday.

I remember back when I got into muzzleloading when I was 18, there was so little out there to help other than what few books you could find, no internet back then and since where I hunted was still "primitive" which meant patched round ball and open sights, not a lot of people really were into it. Over the years muzzleloading has taken off all the new guns like inlines, but I still shoot old school stuff. The good thing is that if you usually go to a gun shop like around here, you can usually find a nice used percussion rifle for not a lot of money, which is good since most muzzleloading seasons are only a week or two, but there's nothing wrong with shooting them all year long and that's the fun part. Once you do shoot them, you get addicted really quickly. Glad you put this video out, there's always a lot of people looking to get into muzzleloading.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes...you are right. Books & magazines were about the only info available "back in the day"....I see percussion guns in pawn shops everywhere. I realize most shooters gets one because they are pretty cheap. They are usually priced from $99.00 to $150.00 around here. That's why this video focuses on these type firearms. Thanks for watching....

@russellkeeling9712

2 жыл бұрын

I had the same problem back when I began shooting BP. Finding how much powder to use was my first problem and I read where the old timers would put the ball in the palm of their hand then pour powder over it until the ball was covered and this was the load. Well this turned out to work but it varied so much it could be dangerous. Flat palm or cupped palm, you can see where the problem may lay.

Thank you for the information

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome...hope it helps out.

My Father used to put together lots of muzzle loaders from kits. Mostly cap lock, but a few "Flinters". We had a ball just trying out each new rifle. Some he sold, others he gifted to family and friends. It's been years, but I'm about ready to become active in the sport again.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Be VERY careful.....You'll get quickly hooked!

Lol....this guy is a great teacher, such a character 😂

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Aaaah, thanks for those kind words & thanks for watching.

Well done! Thank You. God Bless America 🇺🇸 🙏 ❤

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching....

Great Video for Beginners..... Best regards from Germany Mark

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas from Kentucky USA to your family in Germany Thanks for watching......

Learned a lot. Yesterday I went out and had a main charge fail to go off. Waited to make sure it wasnt a hang fire. Thanks to your advise I put powder under the nipple and it went off like it should, thank you.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome...keep on shooting my friend.

Thanks for the info I'm about to get started with black powder shooting

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Be VERY careful. Once you start shooting black powder, you will start leaving all your modern guns home. This hobby is ADDICTING! Just check out the videos on this channel....you will see why.

Great video, I am so glad I came across your channel. New subscriber now. Mr. Piggy never had a chance, LOL. Thank you for making this.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and welcome to the wackiest black powder shooting channel on the "net".

Hello Mark. Good video for beginners. Saludos desde España.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Hope it helps someone getting started. Thanks for watching...

From Brazil I Said, thanks sir for learning !

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Wow….all the way from Brazil?? The internet is truly wonderful and amazing.. Thanks for watching…..

Great video thanks for sharing

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Thank your taking the time to watch. Have a blessed day.

Great presentation! I'll sub!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend…..

Boy I needed this. Hopefully buying a .32 cal long rifle and need tips on everything to get started

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

This one should really help out if you decide on a percussion gun. Thanks for watching...

Great video much love from Texas never shot one but I'm just dying to shoot at least one in my life stay safe and stay blessed Please keep making videos

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Be VERY careful, once you start shooting one, you'll start leaving all your over guns at home....LOL Keep on shooting brother!

@osoreal3957

Жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter I believe u lol

Man I've been shooting black powder for a while really great video you did a great job

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you...I figured the new shooter should see this one..wish I had watched one when I started..it would have made things a lot easier.

Pre made military style black powder cartridges are the best way to go. Even field shooting and hunting are aided by this and produce faster 2nd shots. I used to own a Hawken replica but if I ever get back into the sport, I would go with a needle fire in-line design. But with my eyes, as bad as they are, this is a dream at best

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

I understand about the eyes my friend.....thanks for watching.

@Jagdtyger2A

Жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter NP

Great video. I got started in muzzleloading around 2011, when I bought a Colt Navy (in .44 cal) from my uncle. I did have to buy all my own supplies, and yes, having to clean them immediately upon getting home is a bit of a hassle, but I do love my blackpowder revolvers. But I've seen some dangerous behaviors involving muzzleloading. Namely, pouring powder directly from the flask into the barrel/chamber. I always pour into my measure first.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

I usually spend 5-7 minutes cleaning each gun I use. Smart thinking.....using powder measure ensures safety and correct loads. Thanks for watching.

@joshuariddensdale2126

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Of course. I use Thompson's No. 13 black powder cleaner. It takes me an hour or more just to clean one.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

@@joshuariddensdale2126 Does that Thompsons #13 work well?

Great Video Friend!!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for hanging around & watching..Merry Christmas. ...

@GO_OutDoors

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Merry Christmas to you Mark!

Good stuff!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching.....

awesome video as always

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching. More fun shooting videos coming soon...

@favGModplz

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Have you improved your time for running and reloading the flintlock? Is there going to be a update for the video you posted in may of 2017? I would be very interested to see if you have increased the time.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

@@favGModplz I FINALLY have a black powder friend that bought a drone. Its one of those that will follow you when running. So, the answer is yes..I'm going to do another one. Not sure when....depends on weather this time of year. Hopefully I can get it under 20 seconds. Looking forward to trying it till I get it under 20 seconds or croak trying ...LOL

@favGModplz

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter sounds awesome! Yeah it's a bit cold for it now, I definitely am looking forward to seeing that video!

It is nice to get back at your video's. Thank you mark. Enjoy as always. Joe Security.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for coming back around.....I'm retired from work now...so...making videos is even easier now!

Enjoyed the video. I'm a "newbie" to black powder muzzleloading. A local black powder club has checked out my possibles bag, and given me rudimentary instruction. They have me watch

@kylethebanjoman3295

2 жыл бұрын

Videos and answer all my questions. They are very encouraging. I have noticed a variance from your video. They insist to never ever, ever use anything other than 3f black powder in my percussion cap rifle. No 2f, and never, under any circumstance pyrodex, or " modern" equivalent. As titled for a beginner shooter, I would hope your videos would kind of standardize the basics, just to get everyone off to a safe and enjoyable experience. Thank you.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

@@kylethebanjoman3295 I need to put one together regarding the usage of powder in various BP guns.. Basically, only use real black powder in flint guns, no substitutes. The sub powders aren't fast enough ignition wise to make them work. Regarding percussion guns, black powder subs such as pyrodex will work in them. I use to put pyrodex in the percussion guns till I found out real black powder works much better. Here's proof of what pyrodex does in black powder flintlocks: kzread.info/dash/bejne/o4J4y6-GYam_irQ.html

Awesome video. I even make my own black powder For my flintlock, don't have to rely on any stores.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

5 ай бұрын

Sweet...!! I LOVE it..!!

Crisco is also a great patch lube, I've used it many times without fail.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

I haven't tried that yet. It does sound like a great lube to use and easy to find.

Thanks!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thank you...

Thanks for helping the pilgrims and the pork eaters, as we used to call newbies in the rondy world.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching my friend.....

Mark I need this video the way I been shooting brother

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain my friend....I'm a lousy shooter, but, I still love burning that powder!

Exelent! Very informative video thank you. Espero algun video sobre horns blackpowder! Un abrazo

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

I'll try to put something together about horns soon, thanks for watching....

@gabrielmontes2224

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!!!!!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

@@gabrielmontes2224 You're welcome...Merry Christmas.

@gabrielmontes2224

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter merry chrystmas!!!

Greetings from Ireland. You should also explain how to remove a ball and charge from the barrel because if you bought one that happened to be loaded you would'nt know if they used black powder or smokeless. Also show how to check a used gun for fault's. Have a very Happy Christmas.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

I have a video showing a way to remove a stuck ball when YOU KNOW how its loaded. Here it is: kzread.info/dash/bejne/qHutmpmaZMaffrw.html Coming soon...I'll put one together showing how to remove a load where you don't have any idea how its loaded. Thanks for the suggestion.

With all the new gun owners this year, I hope there is some bleed over into muzzleloading. Videos like this, introducing folks to muzzleloading in a friendly, non-condescending way are excellent. Given all the YT censorship (just ask Small Arms Solutions, Hickok45, and even a mostly blackpowder channel Duelist1954 -- or all the reloading channels that were shut down), please create a channel on Odysee.com/LBRY.com. It's a general video platform with lots of gaming content, but they also have big gun channels like BlokeOnTheRange and CandRsenal, and lots of other stuff (news, commentary, history, etc.). It's much smaller, but it is a great backup for the next time YT attacks gun/outdoor channels.

@BTCAsia

3 жыл бұрын

I watch the WorldWarTwo history series on Odysee. I also watch Tim Pool/Timcast over there. I just found out InRangeTV is on Odysee now too!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion. I'll check it out. I have every video I've produced on an external drive. If YT closed this down, I'll definitely start it elsewhere.

@TXGRunner

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Here's a short intro video they did about Odysee: odysee.com/@lbry:3f/odysee:7

Great video by the way maybe one day I'll get one!😊 I do have a question though I was recently watching a film called the last samurai and on a certain part of the film the Japanese troops are all in line but they load their rifles before the samurai attack so my question is would the load fall out if you point the rifle down to the floor? If you mentioned that already in the video I apologize I didn't catch that part.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 ай бұрын

The load would fall out if the projectile is round and a good size smaller than the barrel diameter. Most shooters of that day would have used grass, tow materials, wasp nest materials or other similar natural materials to stuff down the barrel to prevent that from happening. Thanks for watching.

Do you have a video on mechanics of a set trigger, the purpose of ,and possibly how to adjust one. I have a tc Hawken that the set trigger seems not to work, it's been that way for many years. Thank you, good video.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

I do not have a video showing what you're asking. Sounds like a good future fun project, thanks.

Well, I would have added 1f in the discussion since you can get it for all guns that are over 60 cal. For shot guns it is handy for shot loads over using 2f powders. Load is a lot simpler. Good over all coverage of the sport for the Flatlander.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

This video could have been over an hour long if I added everything I wanted to. I had to cut a lot just to get it down to a manageable watching time. Thanks for watching...

Dear Sir, thanks so much for your class on Muzzel loading. I gotta figure out how to get the best deal on a weapon, and what kind, flint or black powder. ( sic. ) God Bless you.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

9 ай бұрын

Glad this one helped you out...thanks for watching.

Loved this video and helped me a lot! One question I do have is how much powder do you know to pour? I am buying a powder measure and wondering what to get for it.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 ай бұрын

Try picking up a variable measurer for powder. Then you can work up loads that works best for your shooting. Here is an example: www.traditionsfirearms.com/product/adjustable-powder-measure-a1204

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 ай бұрын

Try picking up a variable measurer for powder. Then you can work up loads that works best for your shooting. Here is an example: www.traditionsfirearms.com/product/adjustable-powder-measure-a1204

Great video. Any suggestion where to get your ball ammo, percussion caps, powder etc? I have a TC Renegade 50 cal. Live near Orlando, Florida. Thanks.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Try Toby Butler in TX. He has about anything you need. 806-679-9016

@bobgil3464

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter thanks for the contact and number. Can’t wait to get to the range.

I just got the building kit Its a Traditions Kentucky Hawken, its the short one. Percussion cap, 50cal. Its built and finished now. I understand the cap end. Uncapped, how much 3F goes in ? I have the lubed patches and the 50cal balls.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

11 ай бұрын

Start out with 50 grains of 3F black powder. Shoot 5 times at a paper target out 50 yards. If it groups to your liking, stick with it. If you wish tighter groups, move up to 60 grains & try again. You’ll find that sweet spot. When you find it, stick with that combination. Thanks for watching.

I no longer use a powder horn, I have a brass flask with the nipple which is the correct size for the powder charge I wish to use. It is my powder measure and leaves one less loose item in my bag. The flask however goes in my bag unless I create a leather sheath for it.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

I have a flask for the revolver I recently picked up. I still enjoying the horn for all my other guns. Thanks for watching...

I would say with prices being how they are the new muzzleloader is likely going to start with an in-line of some sort. They’re less expensive and used ones are virtually worthless thanks to putting from Pyrodex use and improper cleaning.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Probably so.....I definitely prefer the traditional muzzleloaders. They are very addicting once you start shooting them! Thanks for watching....

Great info video really very helpful thanks for sharing. For the flintlock is is okay not to have a liner on the touch hole? Is there any danger not to have the liner?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Not sure what you're asking.....what is a liner?? If you're asking about "drilling" out a touch hole..I drilled out the touch holes to 1/16" of an inch for better ignition. Thanks for watching....

@dantankunfiveancestorsfist

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Hi Mark, the touch hole liner a screw in nut with a tiny hole in the center that is screw into the main touch hole of the rifle I always get at least 5-6 miss fire out of 20 shots and not so instant firing. I have to clean that touch hole liner thoroughly. I am thinking just leave the touch hole liner out "cause the touch hole itself with out the liner is about 1/16. I was just wondering with out the liner would this cause some blow back with some of the main charge pressure exiting through the touch hole without the liner resulting in lost of some main pressure on the main charge? Thanks.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

@@dantankunfiveancestorsfist I follow you now. You should keep it at a maximum of 1/16" of an inch whether you use the factory touch hole or the "white liners" like Chambers sells. If you are using a 1/16" liner, you shouldn't have that many misfires. Pick the vent hole after every shot & keep a sharp flint on the gun should help eliminate those problems. Most important thing is...keep on shooting brother.

I have two grandsons and one grand daughter into flintlock muzzleloader's. My son is helping too. I am the family gunsmith so I'm outfitting them. They all got a 22 rifle, 20 gauge, modern deer rifle and a flintlock muzzleloader. That will get them started. I got 4 more grandkids yet to outfit. They are too young. Figuring Grandpa is gonna make a family hunting party like we used to have.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Wow….I love reading this! A family that shoots together…stays together! Keep up the good work!!

@kesleycottrell1416

Жыл бұрын

We did hit a little dry spell but now my brother, sister and me are all getting grandkids. We are raising them all country. Really it how we was raised. We raised our kids that way now it's time for the next generation.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

@@kesleycottrell1416 I agree 110%. They need the country life instead of living the rat race city life.

@kesleycottrell1416

Жыл бұрын

We are gonna teach them how to live. Grow a garden and canning it up. How to raise and butcher meat. How to hint, fish and gather stuff like berries, apples pears etc. We ain't preppers this is how we live.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

@@kesleycottrell1416 I absolutely LOVE reading this! Awesome!

Great video as always. I really appreciate that you mentioned using ear and eye protection. I see many black powder shooters who neglect to wear eye protection especially shooting flint locks. Eye sight is precious.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is....I forgot to ask a shooter last year on a video project to wear glasses & the viewers REALLY hammered me about that mistake. That's when I halted making videos ( for a week or so ) and went through to add a miranda warning to EVERY future video before posting. I now have several eye/ear protection snippets to pick from to add to all projects and will continue to do so. I won't make that mistake again. Thanks for watching.

Can I use two 50 grain pyrodex pellets in my CVA Kentucky percussion rifle? And can I use a 245 gr. power belt bullet? Thank you in advance for your reply.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

10 ай бұрын

Pyrodex will work in percussion rifles but not too well in flintlocks. I've never tried the 245 grain bullet in muzzleloader. I'm not sure how well the accuracy would be. Thanks for watching...

like the beginner jobs, they may cover something that may have changed or I was not up to date on

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

I agree....thanks for watching.

They flintlocks you work with do they all have the same size flints? My trade gun seems to have the largest at about 1 x 1 .

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

The Pedersoli KY I have used the 5/8” flint. The trade gun and my GPR uses a 7/8 to 1” flint. I carry all kinds of spares for these guns.

Hey I really like you channel you got a sub can I ask u a dumb question I have a modern lnline muzzleloader and use pellets what's the best powder to use instead of the pellets

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

I wish I could give you an honest answer, but, I cannot. I have absolutely no idea of how to load an inline safely or even give you an idea on what powders ( or substitutes ) to try. I've shot inlines a few times, but, had the owners load them for me. I'm primarily a traditional percussion/flintlock shooter with throwing in those inlines occasionally. If you enjoy seeing flints & percussion guns in action, stick around. I have more wacky shooting videos coming this summer. Thanks for watching. .

Since Pyrodex P is supposed to be 3F equivalent what are your thoughts on using it in the same volume amount as you would GOEX or another true BP in 3F for a rifle .50 caliber or less?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Pyrodex burns at a slower rate than real BP does. I notice very little difference between the two while using it in percussion guns although the real BP has a slightly quicker reaction time. I really like that. I believe you will be much happier using real BP and where I live, Pyrodex is around $4.00 higher per pound that real Black Powder. One other reminder....Pyrodex doesn't work very well in flintlock rifles. Its best to use real black powder. Thanks for asking...and watching.

Thompson Center bore butter and barrel cleaner has been very good to me. No more hot water or oil when cleaning and the products are all food grade.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

That"s awesome. I've tried all kinds of ways. There are as many ways to clean the guns as there are shooters. I believe as long as you're shooting something & cleaning the gun afterwards, pretty much anything will work.

On a side note, where did you get your sweater? I've been looking for one like that.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

It was purchased from J.C. Penney's about 10-12 years ago. Thanks for watching..

Just wondering if there is going to be a New Years Day shoot this year at Friendship with this C-19 going on?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Yes...I just filmed a short promo video I'm posting on the NMLRA Facebook page on December 15th. I'll start promoting it a lot more then.

Mr. Mark, you should try two balls! I shoot two and one hits point of aim, and the other within 3 inches of poa, at 50 yards.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Already tried that with VERY interesting results. Here you go: kzread.info/dash/bejne/p5Nht5N7g7LZltI.html

So, how safe is it for a lefty to shoot a right handed flintlock? I have done percussion in the past, but always been "gun shy" about a flintlock

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

I've done it several times. Its probably safer than right handed shooting because the pan flash goes away from your face. I can actually shoot better left handed in most cases...LOL. Here's a left handed video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/lZtll7CiZ6qoos4.html Thanks for watching.....

Good afternoon from Syracuse NY brother and everyone else and I think you need to update this video

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

I'm going to update it this Sunday by announcing the winners. I can't start on it till after 9pm Wednesday evening.

@earlshaner4441

Жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend and I enjoy your video and I can almost smell the burnt gun powder in the air

This is weird! While I'm watching your video, the theme song from the old TV series, with Fess Parker as "Daniel Boone" keeps running through my head!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

I remember watching that show as a kid! Loved it too...thanks for watching....

Just received a Pedersoli KENTUCKY Rifle .32 cal Percussion. Were can I get Caps, Wads and balls to shoot it. Also cleaning Brush jagg Range rod the hole 9 yards?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for asking....You can contact Mike Eder at FlintlocksLLC...he is in Indiana and will have all those items and does ship. (317) 683-5102 Here is his FB page: facebook.com/FlintlocksLLC

@chesterbarnhardt5346

Жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter thankyou I have been watching your videos for some time and it looks like so much fun.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

@@chesterbarnhardt5346 You are more than welcome....and...thanks for watching the videos.

To put the percussion cap on do you need an accessory? Or can you do it by hand?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

You can put them on by hand. When shooting at the range or somewhere there is a table, lots of shooters put them on by hand. When shooting out of the pouch like I usually do, some type of a capping device is easier than fiddling around looking for a cap in your pocket. Thanks for asking.

Will #10 caps work with a percussion rifle?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

They may work....#10 percussion caps are mostly used in black powder pistols where as #11 and musket percussion caps are mostly used for muzzleloading rifles. You may have to change out the nipple if #10's are all you have.

Question on flintlock. Do you put the flint down on the frizzen when hunting? Seems like leaving it at half cock would be unsafe.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Leaving a flint in half cock is OK...providing the lock & trigger mechanism is working correctly. To find out.... load the gun in a safe place and place the hammer in half cock then pull the trigger. The gun should NOT fire. If it doesn't, it will be safe to leave for hunting. Thanks for asking.

@NDFlyFisher

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Thanks Mark. Good info. Do you have any videos on the steps in determining what powder charge and how to sight in a flintlock rifle?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

@@NDFlyFisher Not yet.....there is sooo much good info to film & it seems NEVER enough time to film it. Hopefully by springtime I can video one. Its almost wintertime where I live and I've filmed enough videos to get me thru till Spring 2021. Thanks for watching....

@NDFlyFisher

3 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Thanks Mark. Looking forward to it. Really enjoy your videos.

May I ask something? In Europe soon all (and I mean it) all (!) lead ammo will be banned. Is it possible to shoot steal ball from a muzzle loader? What alternate material could be used to shoot with the muzzle loader instead of lead? Thank You for Your answer.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Steel round balls would play havoc on barrel with rifling in it. I suppose they would work on smoothbore guns. Regarding alternates, what is the government wanting the shooting industry to replace the lead with?

@gergelynagyfugedi6864

2 жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter Thanks for the answer. Its not our government, it is the European Chemical Agency who will force the EU to ban lead in 5 years. Alternative in modern hunting guns are nickel plated soft steal, and full copper bullets. But absolutely nothing for muzzle loaders. Any ideas? Thanks so much!

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

@@gergelynagyfugedi6864 Geez.....these governments & higher powers needs more important things to worry about.

@tammyjohnson9029

Жыл бұрын

Hello, just reading through comments and saw your post. My husband wonders if clay like the Confederates used during the Civil War would work. As they used clay with the 50 cal.

When you point out the finer grained powder is used in smaller calibers and the larger granulated powder is used in larger calibers say why.

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

2 жыл бұрын

Good thought. Generally, I use the finer powders in all guns...unless it is very moist outside or high humidity. Then...I'll switch over to the 3F powders. 3F seem to work a little better in those conditions described. Thanks for watching.

I’ve been watching you load for years, , the round ball slides down so easy, like you don’t even have a patch on the ball. What’s the secret to your easy loading?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

99% of the time I shoot the .480 round balls instead of the .490's using pillow ticking in my 50 calibers. I occasionally use those .490's if I participated in a shooting match, but, I seldom get involved with those. Thanks for asking and watching...more coming soon.

@Nick-wn1xw

2 жыл бұрын

It's not a practice you want to copy if you want the best performance from your firearm. Lower velocity and accuracy is the result. Doesn't matter with Mark because he flinches with every shot.

Where do you recommend buying a rifle from ?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 ай бұрын

Abes Arms is one to try: 814-488-3118 FlintlocksLLC is another: (317) 683-5102

witch caliber do you use in tgis video

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

Both rifles are 50 calibers. Thanks for watching...

@charchitmishra

Жыл бұрын

@@blackpowdermaniacshooter why every mzl nowadays is 50 cal is there any lower cal. in mzl? if yes so are they powerfull ?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

Жыл бұрын

@@charchitmishra Yes, there are lower calibers. 45 calibers are popular. 36 and even 32 calibers are popular for those wanting to use to hunt small game such as squirrels, rabbits, ground hogs, etc. They are powerful depending on the amount of powder you place in them. Working up a load for best accuracy for those smaller guns is what you would need to do if you purchase one.

what percusion rifle was that?

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

10 ай бұрын

It is a Woodsman Hawken 50 caliber made by Traditions. Thanks for watching...

You did one thing wrong you instead of using the Jag in to measure the other end where the percussion cap is at that should have went into the barrel then you can sit there and make that Mark on the other end of that ramrod so you know that that is your loading deal I do the same thing so I know exactly how much power I'm putting in my 50 caliber Kentucky long rifle by The notches that I have at the end of my ramrod I have two notches 95 grains to 110 grains of powder out of a Kentucky long rifle I use the 95 grain for a heavy ball like a carnival bullet with 110 grains I use a round ball and everything so I'll have maximum accuracy downrange and precision shooting of that projectile so I know what's going down through my barrel of my guns better than what you got coming out of your gun

@blackpowdermaniacshooter

3 жыл бұрын

Probably so..... I never turn my ramrod over ( using the jag end ) to push round balls down unless I'm loading cardboard shot cards in a smoothbore. Flipping the ramrod over is too much extra work, especially when I load the gun 75-100 times on an outing. What I performed on the video works for me as long as the rod doesn't get turned over. I guess I can turn it over and scratch a knife mark on the other end too. Thanks for watching.