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Ok Guys looks like I'm a bit outa the loop..
When did BH209come out? And it's smokeless? Is there restrictions in certain states with this powder? It's safe to shoot in any muzzloader???
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Here's their website with loads of info. Everything they state is true based on feedback by many satisfied users over the last couple of years. It's good stuff. http://www.blackhorn209.com/
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I shoot it in a TC Omega. I really like it. You have to use a standard shotgun primer. Also, use standard cleaning solutions(not water). I forgot to clean it mid-summer, the last time I shot it. Cleaned up just fine this fall when I went to use it again. I wish I had some pictures of my 200yd groups...
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blackhorn is very clean,use regular rifle solvent not blackpowder solvent. my triumphs both shoot great with it.
i use standard winchester primers. what ml are you planning to shoot it in?
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And it's smokeless? Is there restrictions in certain states with this powder? It's safe to shoot in any muzzloader??? It's not considered smokeless powder, it's considered a black powder substitute and it is safe.
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It is a black powder substitute and it still smokes . I have used it the last couple years. It is cleaner and more consistent than pyrodex. ddj
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blackhorn is very clean,use regular rifle solvent not blackpowder solvent. my triumphs both shoot great with it.
i use standard winchester primers. what ml are you planning to shoot it in? I've a TC Firehawk SS/Walnut .50cal.. Use #11 caps shoot 300gr Precision Dead Center.
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BH209 and you won't go back to the dirty stuff
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I like it already! Dumped Pyrodex for 777.. And I'll dump the 777 too!!!
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Don't get too excited. #11 caps and BH209 are not compatable according to the manufacturer. Check out the FAQs on Blackhorn's website. http://www.blackhorn209.com/faqs/
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blackhorn is very clean,use regular rifle solvent not blackpowder solvent. my triumphs both shoot great with it.
i use standard winchester primers. what ml are you planning to shoot it in? I've a TC Firehawk SS/Walnut .50cal.. Use #11 caps shoot 300gr Precision Dead Center. Won't work and its not really recommended to be used in a plunger style muzzy.
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blackhorn is very clean,use regular rifle solvent not blackpowder solvent. my triumphs both shoot great with it.
i use standard winchester primers. what ml are you planning to shoot it in? I've a TC Firehawk SS/Walnut .50cal.. Use #11 caps shoot 300gr Precision Dead Center. This is straight off of the BH209 website: NO. #11 percussion caps, or musket caps do not have sufficient strength to ignite Blackhorn 209.Of course you could buy one of these: flame thrower 209 conversion
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i would stick to what you have been useing or buy a new gun.shooting blackhorn in that gun will not work well.
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Thanks guys. With my states regulations looks like i'll have to stick with the way I've been doing things. Which isnt a bad thing! =)
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I'd put a musket cap nipple on your Firehawk and stick with the 777. I have the same gun and the musket caps aren't as hot as 209's so you don't get the crud ring. They are a good deal hotter than #11 caps so you get better ignition.
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bill,you sayin the 209 is what gives you the crudring. how come i've used win 209 primers in my triumph fromthe day i bought it and with 777 and shockeys gold i get a crudring,with blackhorn i never get one. 20shots nothing.
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It's the combination of the 777 with a 209. I've never had a crud ring with any other powder/primer combo. Never used shockeys gold.
I use BH209 in my Omega now and I love it. Without spending a lot of money converting it to 209's the muslet cap and 777 loose are the best bet in the Firehawk IMO.
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I hope this BH209 is as good as every one says. Just put in a order with PV for a 5 pounder so I am committed,LOL.
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its like crack, only black and it burns. Once you try it, you're hooked.
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Sound like it! Looks like it moves projectiles right along too(grin)
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