Hello all,
I have a Gonic 50 caliber rifle I’ve not fired in over 20 years. I dug it out the other day, cleaning it up, and going to play with it some.
I have a couple of questions.
Years ago I had friends suggest using Musket caps for hotter (better?) ignition. Is there any merit to their suggestion?
Way back when I used Gonic branded sabots with Hornady 300 grain XTP bullets with great accuracy and effect. I do have a small stash of those sabots but if I shoot very much my supply will be depleted. I understand the Gonic bore is .500, therefore a bit tighter than most other muzzleloader. I have in the last several years begun casting my own bullets for center fire rifles and handguns. The thought has crossed my mind to cast for this rifle. What diameter would be suggested for a rifle with a .500 bore? And is there a particular style recommended for accuracy and hunting?
Thanks in advance for your help and suggestions.
Rick
