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pohill · August 15, 2012, 10:15 PM

I also made a drop tube for reloading my 50-70 Trapdoor, but gave it up for similiar reasons. I thought about buying a compression die but never did. I pour the powder in a little at a time, shake the case a little, then compress the power slightly after I place the card on top of it. I've been loading less than 70 grs (55 -60 grs of FFG) and using a filler, with good enough results. Saves on powder and shoulder. Great gun. If I ever become a serious shooter, I'll measure better and probably use the tube.

August 15, 2012, 10:15 PM	#2
pohill Senior Member Join Date: December 27, 2005 Location: northeast Posts: 521	I also made a drop tube for reloading my 50-70 Trapdoor, but gave it up for similiar reasons. I thought about buying a compression die but never did. I pour the powder in a little at a time, shake the case a little, then compress the power slightly after I place the card on top of it. I've been loading less than 70 grs (55 -60 grs of FFG) and using a filler, with good enough results. Saves on powder and shoulder. Great gun. If I ever become a serious shooter, I'll measure better and probably use the tube. Last edited by pohill; August 15, 2012 at 10:20 PM.