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As a point of reference: I have a Traditions "Deer Stalker" in 50 cal. flintlock (Hawken Style)and a Lyman Trade Rifle in 50 cal. percussion. Both shoot very well with .490 round ball, .015 cloth patch and 60 gn. of Goex 3F (real black powder). The manuals I have agree that 90 gn of 3F is the top limit with the round ball. Never tried Pyrodex as my club is traditional, real black powder, patched ball and designs that are pre 1840. Note: the 60 gn load is my favorite for target work, I don't hunt.
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