Thread: .45 colt bp
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Old December 3, 2012, 07:03 PM   #12
Shotgun693
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The original Military load left the muzzle at over 900 fps. Later the powder charge was reduced a bit because Troopers complained about the recoil. If you're worried try a .454 round ball over a lighter load of BP. You can seat the RB deep enough to crimp the case over the front curve of the ball.
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