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Edward429451 · May 5, 2012, 08:20 PM

45 Colt and 45 Long Colt are one in the same and a good cartridge. It was originally a black powder round so should mesh fine with your idea project. 44/40 brass isn't as available as 45 Colt brass.

30/30 and 45/70 would both fill the bill for BP rifles for you too.

May 5, 2012, 08:20 PM	#2
Edward429451 Junior member Join Date: November 12, 2000 Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado Posts: 9,494	45 Colt and 45 Long Colt are one in the same and a good cartridge. It was originally a black powder round so should mesh fine with your idea project. 44/40 brass isn't as available as 45 Colt brass. 30/30 and 45/70 would both fill the bill for BP rifles for you too.