Pyrodex Pellets

chipchip · April 15, 2013, 01:19 PM

Does anyone use Pyrodex 44/45 30gr Pellets in their revolvers. I'm new to the game and was wondering if this would be a simpler solution to loose powder. Would be using in a 1858. Thanks

Doc Hoy · April 15, 2013, 01:59 PM

Used some pellets but only after a crushed them back into grain powder.

Guess that means "No".

mykeal · April 15, 2013, 02:00 PM

Very few people use pellets in revolvers. Most of those who've tried it have gone back to loose powder. They prefer the flexibility of being able to specify different loads. And there's an ongoing complaint about reliability with pellets.

PetahW · April 15, 2013, 02:05 PM

My bud uses them regularly in his stainless Ruger ROA - no issues, consistant accuracy, etc, etc.

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chipchip · April 15, 2013, 02:23 PM

OK, thanks. I plan on getting a Pietta 1858 at Cabela's. I'm new at this and looking for all the help I can get to do it right. So, What powder should I use and how much. What size caps 10 or 11.

Strafer Gott · April 15, 2013, 02:33 PM

I use 30 gr. pellets with a wonderwad and a ball. Saves screwing around with loose powder in the field. Closest thing to a speed-loader without changing to a spare cylinder. It's new-fangled, fer sure. Can't do it with a '51. They don't make them. I have a 20 gr spout for a pistol powder measure for 36 cal.

Doc Hoy · April 15, 2013, 02:36 PM

The 1858 is a foregiving revolver with few bad habits

I'd spend the extra money for a steel frame revolver.

Number 10 caps should fit.

At the store you will likely find Pyrodex (Get "P") or Triple Seven (FFFg) or Goex (Again it is FFFg)

The Hornady .454 balls they have are probably a good start.

Get some Spray Remington Gun Oil (Remoil) but don't buy it a Cabelas. It is much cheaper at Walmart. They should have patches at a better price too.

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Roshi · April 15, 2013, 02:55 PM

I have used Pyrodex pellets in both my Pietta 60 Army and my Uberti Remington NMA. 100% reliable and good accuracy when I do my part.

chipchip · April 15, 2013, 03:39 PM

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April 15, 2013, 01:19 PM	#1
chipchip Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2005 Posts: 247	Pyrodex Pellets Does anyone use Pyrodex 44/45 30gr Pellets in their revolvers. I'm new to the game and was wondering if this would be a simpler solution to loose powder. Would be using in a 1858. Thanks

April 15, 2013, 01:59 PM	#2
Doc Hoy Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 5,440	Yes and no Used some pellets but only after a crushed them back into grain powder. Guess that means "No". __________________ Seek truth. Relax. Take a breath.

April 15, 2013, 02:36 PM	#7
Doc Hoy Senior Member Join Date: October 24, 2008 Location: Naples, Fl Posts: 5,440	Great way to start The 1858 is a foregiving revolver with few bad habits I'd spend the extra money for a steel frame revolver. Number 10 caps should fit. At the store you will likely find Pyrodex (Get "P") or Triple Seven (FFFg) or Goex (Again it is FFFg) The Hornady .454 balls they have are probably a good start. Get some Spray Remington Gun Oil (Remoil) but don't buy it a Cabelas. It is much cheaper at Walmart. They should have patches at a better price too. I sent you a Personal Message. __________________ Seek truth. Relax. Take a breath.

April 15, 2013, 02:55 PM	#8
Roshi Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2010 Location: Houston Posts: 223	Pellets work well I have used Pyrodex pellets in both my Pietta 60 Army and my Uberti Remington NMA. 100% reliable and good accuracy when I do my part.

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April 15, 2013, 02:00 PM	#3
mykeal Senior Member Join Date: October 8, 2006 Location: Northern Michigan Posts: 2,772	Very few people use pellets in revolvers. Most of those who've tried it have gone back to loose powder. They prefer the flexibility of being able to specify different loads. And there's an ongoing complaint about reliability with pellets.

April 15, 2013, 02:05 PM	#4
PetahW Senior Member Join Date: September 19, 2008 Posts: 4,678	My bud uses them regularly in his stainless Ruger ROA - no issues, consistant accuracy, etc, etc. .

April 15, 2013, 02:23 PM	#5
chipchip Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2005 Posts: 247	OK, thanks. I plan on getting a Pietta 1858 at Cabela's. I'm new at this and looking for all the help I can get to do it right. So, What powder should I use and how much. What size caps 10 or 11.

April 15, 2013, 02:33 PM	#6
Strafer Gott Senior Member Join Date: May 12, 2011 Location: New Mexico Posts: 1,315	I use 30 gr. pellets with a wonderwad and a ball. Saves screwing around with loose powder in the field. Closest thing to a speed-loader without changing to a spare cylinder. It's new-fangled, fer sure. Can't do it with a '51. They don't make them. I have a 20 gr spout for a pistol powder measure for 36 cal.

April 15, 2013, 03:39 PM	#9
chipchip Senior Member Join Date: December 21, 2005 Posts: 247	Doc, did you get my PM