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ltc444 · January 16, 2012, 01:13 PM

If you know a reloader who will make up some loads for you, Buck and ball is an excellent HD load.

This load stems from the Civil War. A number of units were issued muskets because the standard Springfields were not availabel. The load was good only for 100 yards. As these units proved their worth they often held the center of the line. They waited until the enemy was within range. Their fire in many cases broke the attack.

Buck and ball consiste of a single ball nestled in buckshot.

January 16, 2012, 01:13 PM	#14
ltc444 Senior Member Join Date: March 3, 2011 Location: Vernon AZ Posts: 1,195	If you know a reloader who will make up some loads for you, Buck and ball is an excellent HD load. This load stems from the Civil War. A number of units were issued muskets because the standard Springfields were not availabel. The load was good only for 100 yards. As these units proved their worth they often held the center of the line. They waited until the enemy was within range. Their fire in many cases broke the attack. Buck and ball consiste of a single ball nestled in buckshot.