Newbie Muzzleloader Questions

jcutler · September 17, 2002, 10:46 AM

I'm not going the cowboy route here. I just purchased a muzzleloading barrel for my Mossberg 500 12 gauge. Specifically, it's a 24" Conversion Barrel w/ Fiber Optic Rifle Sights, 50 cal. Bore, Blue.

I'm planning to use this for my first white tail season in Iowa in Mid October.

What I do know is that it uses #209 primer caps and (obviously

) 50 cal bullets. What I don't know is what I should purchase for ammunition, powder, etc. My goal is simplicity and ease of use.

I'd also like to find an online source for these supplies.

Any suggestions? Thanks!

wvdeerslayer · January 18, 2006, 08:35 AM

I too am about to buy the mossberg muzzleloader conversion barrel for my model 500. I know your posting is old (2002), but how did you like it and what powder and ammo did you go with. I too am looking for cost savings and simplicity but also an avenue into muzzleloading...

armedandsafe · January 18, 2006, 11:17 PM

Get a copy of Lyman's Blackpowder Handbook. This has information to answer most, if not all, of your basic questions. Read it. Then browse through the stores and catalogs for a muzzle loader you like. Read the book again. Buy the gun you like and that fits you. Read the book.

Now, you're ready.

Pops

September 17, 2002, 10:46 AM	#1
jcutler Junior Member Join Date: September 17, 2002 Posts: 1	Newbie Muzzleloader Questions I'm not going the cowboy route here. I just purchased a muzzleloading barrel for my Mossberg 500 12 gauge. Specifically, it's a 24" Conversion Barrel w/ Fiber Optic Rifle Sights, 50 cal. Bore, Blue. I'm planning to use this for my first white tail season in Iowa in Mid October. What I do know is that it uses #209 primer caps and (obviously ) 50 cal bullets. What I don't know is what I should purchase for ammunition, powder, etc. My goal is simplicity and ease of use. I'd also like to find an online source for these supplies. Any suggestions? Thanks!

January 18, 2006, 11:17 PM	#3
armedandsafe Senior Member Join Date: January 9, 2005 Location: Moses Lake WA Posts: 1,001	Get a copy of Lyman's Blackpowder Handbook. This has information to answer most, if not all, of your basic questions. Read it. Then browse through the stores and catalogs for a muzzle loader you like. Read the book again. Buy the gun you like and that fits you. Read the book. Now, you're ready. Pops __________________ Armed and Safe: Not just a theory If it time to bury them, it is time to dig them up. Remember, "Behind every blade of grass."

January 18, 2006, 08:35 AM	#2
wvdeerslayer Junior Member Join Date: December 28, 2005 Posts: 3	mossberg muzzleloader I too am about to buy the mossberg muzzleloader conversion barrel for my model 500. I know your posting is old (2002), but how did you like it and what powder and ammo did you go with. I too am looking for cost savings and simplicity but also an avenue into muzzleloading...