I started using Blackhorn 209 a few years ago. I use 81.5 grains by weight with a 338 grain Powerbelt Platinum bullet. In December 2016 I shot a big Iowa buck with that combination. I was very happy with the results. The best thing about Blackhorn to me is that you can shoot a fouling shot and then hunt all week without worry about bore corrosion. Also, it cleans up with Hoppes #9 instead of water based cleaners. By the way, I'm going to Iowa again in 5 weeks for the last week of muzzleloader season.
Ron
Hey Ron,
Congrats on the big Iowa buck! Where in Iowa are you heading this year? The rut this fall was outstanding, I missed my shot at a monster 160" plus buck on a DIY public hunt November 3rd, which I'm still aching about. Ended my bow season with a chunky doe. I mainly hunt in Northeastern Iowa, as that's where I'm from. Best of luck!
Steve
