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KenF · July 17, 2002, 07:43 PM

I haven't done this yet, but just in case...........what if I forget to put in the powder (or Pyrodex in my case) before I seat the ball ?

On the Pyrodex web site, the FAQ discusses this, saying "When it comes to dry loading (seating the bullet without putting in a powder charge) there are only three kinds of shooters. Those who have done it, those who will do it, and those who lie about it."

But it looks like more of a question about a rifle. Anyway, they say it's OK to remove the nipple, put in a bit of powder, put the nipple back, cap it up, and then blow out the ball. The only caution is to be sure the ball is seated enough to remove air space.

So what do you think? For a cap 'n ball revolver is this a dumb idea ? good idea ? better way to solve the problem ?

Thanks in advance for your help and advice.
Ken.

July 17, 2002, 07:43 PM	#1
KenF Member Join Date: April 29, 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 29	Cap 'n Ball Revolvers: Dry Loading ? I haven't done this yet, but just in case...........what if I forget to put in the powder (or Pyrodex in my case) before I seat the ball ? On the Pyrodex web site, the FAQ discusses this, saying "When it comes to dry loading (seating the bullet without putting in a powder charge) there are only three kinds of shooters. Those who have done it, those who will do it, and those who lie about it." But it looks like more of a question about a rifle. Anyway, they say it's OK to remove the nipple, put in a bit of powder, put the nipple back, cap it up, and then blow out the ball. The only caution is to be sure the ball is seated enough to remove air space. So what do you think? For a cap 'n ball revolver is this a dumb idea ? good idea ? better way to solve the problem ? Thanks in advance for your help and advice. Ken.