Owner’s Manual

RECOMMENDED POWDER CHARGES
The proper charge for any muzzleloading rearm is an efcient load that provides
consistent ignition and velocity while keeping breech pressures below the maximum
safe levels. It is important to remember that shooting muzzleloaders is not an exact
science. Each individual rie will have its own preference in powder, charge, and
bullet. The muzzleloader shooter must be willing to experiment to some degree if
he is to nd the “perfect” load for his rie.
It is recommended that you start shooting with 100 grains of powder. If using
granular powder remember that this is measured by volume, not by actual weight.
Work up and down in powder volume until you nd the most accurate load for your
rie. Your maximum recommended load is 110 grains, by volume, of granular
powder or 150 grains equivalency of approved powder pellets. For new powders
not specically mentioned in the Propellant section above, please refer to the
manufacturer’s recommendations. If you have any questions regarding these
instructions, please call CVA Customer Service immediately.
WHAT IS THE BEST BULLET AND POWDER COMBINATION
FOR MY GUN? Several blackpowder substitutes are available on the
market. Each has different properties, advantages and disadvantages.
You may want to try several to nd the best one for you based on your
individual needs. However, after extensive and long-term testing, CVA
has found that, in terms of accuracy, cleanliness, and ease of use, IMR®
White Hots® is the best performing and most highly recommended
propellant for use in CVA muzzleloaders. Use in conjunction with
PowerBelt™ Bullets or CVA Slick Load™ Sabots for absolute best
results.
LOADING YOUR CVA APEX MUZZLELOADING RIFLE
Before attempting to load your rie, protect your eyes and hearing with appropriate
safety equipment.
Verify that your rie is unloaded and the bore is unobstructed by removing 1-
the breech plug and looking through the bore. Apply breech plug grease or
anti-seize compound to the breech plug when reinstalling. Swab the bore
with a dry patch to remove oil. Fire 1 or 2 primers to remove any residual
oil from the barrel breech.
Measure an appropriate charge of granular powder, or select an appropriate 2-
number of powder pellets (see “PROPELLANTS” section above). Pour or
place the powder into the muzzle of the rie. Always use a powder measure.
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