October 20, 2008, 10:50 AM | #1 |
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Pyrodex RS in a revolver?
Any issues if I shoot up the brand new 1 lb. container of Pyrodex rifle powder I found in the pile of reloading gear I just bought?
I have a Pietta 58 remmie, so far have only fed it fffg black. Just thought I would use up the Pyrodex sometime. I know it is larger grained, and meant for rifles.
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October 20, 2008, 11:13 AM | #2 |
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Pressures will be a little less than Pyrodex P in the same amount in volume & it should burn OK for you but due to the larger granulation you may have to go with a hotter cap till you are done with the RS powder "don't quote me on the caps because I've never done it."
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October 20, 2008, 07:32 PM | #3 |
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I've been using Pyrodex RS (FFG) in my Ruger Old Army for a month now with great results, especially at 100 yards (even better than Goex FFFG for some reason). I tried Pyrodex RS in my Walker last week but the Walker didn't like it that much.
Check this out, from an old Colt Industries pamphlet: "FFG black powder is best for large and medium-size revolvers, and FFFG for the small pocket models, but any grade that is available will work reasonably well." As a lube experiment I've been using the vegetable spray PAM down the barrel and on the cylinder pins with great results. |
October 20, 2008, 07:46 PM | #4 |
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I've used RS for years with standard caps. No problems.
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October 24, 2008, 06:03 PM | #5 |
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Thanks Guys!
Thanks for the help.
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