Hhmmm....Good for you MJN77; I was talking with my spouse earlier in the evening & discussing the "traditional" blackpowder shooters' penchant for using reduced loads, in conjunction with traditional cream of wheat filler, patches, and traditional Crisco as a part of their traditional loading procedures. [
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I've seen copies of mid-19th century loading instructions...can't remember seeing anything recommended other that powder, ball, & caps. Folks re-loaded during battles....I'm pretty sure they didn't waste cylinder space with filler & wads between powder & ball, and equally certain they didn't mess with lard or axle grease during the heat of a battle.--Patrice