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IndianaHunter · February 17, 2005, 10:02 AM

Hello, oconnell is correct in the amount, 100 grains but I would you loose powder. 1, it’s a more accurate measure of volume in that pellets can vary in weight from pellet to pellet. 2, with 777 you get better velocity. 3, any pre-measured load you will need for a backup shot will be just as quick to load as pellets. Black powder is better that Pyrodex or 777 in that the latter two loose strength as they age so velocity and point of impact will change.

February 17, 2005, 10:02 AM	#7
IndianaHunter Member Join Date: February 15, 2005 Location: Indiana Posts: 16	Hello, oconnell is correct in the amount, 100 grains but I would you loose powder. 1, it’s a more accurate measure of volume in that pellets can vary in weight from pellet to pellet. 2, with 777 you get better velocity. 3, any pre-measured load you will need for a backup shot will be just as quick to load as pellets. Black powder is better that Pyrodex or 777 in that the latter two loose strength as they age so velocity and point of impact will change.