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C-Fro · 11-15-2008, 19:50

Cornmeal, from my understanding tends to mix with the powder throwing off the muzzle velocity.
My Grandfather and I always used cream of wheat as a filler.
Cream of wheat creates a better seal without mixing with the powder.
Resulting in consistant muzzle velocities.
He shoots a Sharps rifle chambered for the .45-120 cartridge.
So it could easily be the filler and how much of it you use.
IMHO, Blackpowder is tricky but enjoyable, Many variables to consider.
Hope I'm not stepping out of my lane.
Good luck

11-15-2008, 19:50	#7
C-Fro Asset Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Oxford, Pa Posts: 39	Good Ol' Cream of Wheat Cornmeal, from my understanding tends to mix with the powder throwing off the muzzle velocity. My Grandfather and I always used cream of wheat as a filler. Cream of wheat creates a better seal without mixing with the powder. Resulting in consistant muzzle velocities. He shoots a Sharps rifle chambered for the .45-120 cartridge. So it could easily be the filler and how much of it you use. IMHO, Blackpowder is tricky but enjoyable, Many variables to consider. Hope I'm not stepping out of my lane. Good luck __________________ "A good plan, violently executed now, is better than a perfect plan next week." General Patton Jr.
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