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May 23, 2019, 07:25 PM | #1 |
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Range trip over- storage of powder in flask?
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Just completed first range trip with BP firearms- it was fun, but a lot of work. Don't know when I'll get out again- probably months from now. I live in an area generally known for summer dryness and heat [bakersfield, ca]. I have powder in two different flasks. Should I return the powder to the original container? Or, is it safe to leave in the flask for the 'next' range trip? thank you |
May 23, 2019, 08:35 PM | #2 |
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They’ll be fine in the flasks.
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May 24, 2019, 02:39 PM | #3 | |
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original containers where it is clearly identifiable.
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Are you referring reliability or general safety? You can avoid any possible issues, by putting it back in the original containers where it is clearly identifiable. …… I have purchased Horn and metal flasks from widows and over the internet that were full of "real" BP. I was also given a 15-LB keg of BP, just to get it out of the house. I won't ply down the fact that BP is an explosive. …… Be Safe !!!
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May 24, 2019, 11:42 PM | #4 |
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Triple 7 is the substance.
The flasks are old metal ones, with brass tops that are both threaded onto the flask and have small set screws on them as well. Both are the same pattern, and I am guessing they are copper with an antique finish on it. One has a metered spout that moves in/out, and the other is a pour spout with a thumb lever to open a the door under the spout. They were part of a lot of older blackpowder stuff I was given. Thanks for any/all info. I am a newbie- so I appreciate it all. |
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Metal flasks and horns, do shine
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May 25, 2019, 10:26 PM | #6 |
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As far as my use. I rather return them to there containers after a shooting secession. Reason being my horns share two different powders. Home Made and Gorex. I see little benefit in a accidental mix.
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May 26, 2019, 11:30 AM | #7 |
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I also prefer to return any type of powder back to the original container.
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May 27, 2019, 11:24 AM | #8 |
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The flasks are not air tight. Low humidity is good. Moisture seems to be the culprit. 777 is less clumpy than the other subs like Black MZ, APP, etc. I would still put it back into the 777 bottle.
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May 27, 2019, 12:09 PM | #9 |
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Back in the original container they went. Thanks all!
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May 27, 2019, 12:27 PM | #10 |
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Once powder goes in my flask, it never comes out again until it goes in a gun.
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May 27, 2019, 12:47 PM | #11 |
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I leave real BP in the flask or horn. Subs never see the inside of a flask or horn, they always go back in the original container.
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No need to set this trap.
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