Author Topic: Blackpowder .45-70 loads in the BC (Read 352 times)

jason280 · « **on:** September 25, 2005, 12:57:02 PM »

I would like to load a few blackpowder rounds for my .45-70, but I really don't know where to begin. I don't have a drop tube, and I'm not sure how much I can compress the powder.

I will be using Pyrodex RS behind a 405gr lead bullet, so any help will be appreciated. Is it necessary to drill out the flash holes any, and how much powder should I use?

JPH45 · « **Reply #1 on:** September 25, 2005, 01:55:36 PM »

go to www.castbullet.com Junior will tell you all about Pyrodex in a 45-70 Handi, great reading, good learnin'

.308 · « **Reply #2 on:** September 25, 2005, 02:14:31 PM »

Yep JPH45. I could remember Junior but I could't remember his web address right off. By the time I remembered it I was too late again. That's how it is when you have C.R.S. like I do. :oops:

jason280, here is a link to one of Junior's articles on BP and the H&R:
http://www.castbullet.com/shooting/1871.htm

lonewolf5347 · « **Reply #3 on:** September 25, 2005, 02:14:57 PM »

jason280; A lot of great guys here will help you out,I myself will be picking up the BC in about 20 days and I am intersted in shooting black powder out of it.I did get some great help from the guys here on the forum.

:-D