Manual

12. With your fingers, insert one plastic wad into
the bore as far as possible.
a “Cupped’ section of wad goes in first so
that “petal” section faces the muzzle.
b. With a ramrod, press plastic wad down
on top of powder, smoothly and firmly.
Be careful not to crush the powder.
13. Volumetrically measure the shot charge and pour it down the barrel. See
page 11 for Table 2.)
NOTE: Do not insert the shot charge into the “petal” section of the plastic
wad while it is at the muzzle. Seat the plastic wad first.
14. Insert one over-shot wad down the bore as far as possible with your thumb.
With a ramrod, press the over-shot wad firmly against the shot charge.
CAUTION: 12 gauge plastic wads are available in several shot weight size
designations. Be sure your shot charge matches the shot designation
marked on the plastic wad container.
CAUTION: When using the ramrod, never grab
it more than 8 inches above the muzzle. To do
so could cause a side stress, break the ramrod
and, possibly, puncture your hand.
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