Manual

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Knight Rifles are designed to perform best between 90 and 150 grains of Black Powder
FFg, or industry approved black powder substitute� See maximum recommended load for
specific models�
WARNING
!
Never use smokeless powder. It can cause your muzzleloader to explode.
When determining the best load for your Knight Rifle, follow these steps:
1� Determine which game you intend to hunt and what bullet weight you intend to use�
(see page 13)
WARNING
!
Knight Rifles does not recommend the use of non-saboted lead
projectiles. These bullets can easily be moved from the powder charge. This will
result in an obstructed barrel, and, upon firing, could cause an explosion. If you
choose or legally have to shoot non-saboted lead projectiles, always check that
your projectile is properly seated immediately before priming and firing.
2� Sight in your rifle� Start with 100 grains of Black Powder FFg, or industry approved
black powder substitute� If you don’t achieve the desired results, go up or down in 10
grain increments and try sighting again�
Turkey
SHOT:
Use #4, #5, or #6 Knight Red Hot lead
shot, depending on your preference�
POWDER:
FFg black powder or industry approved
black powder substitute - 100 to 120
grains� Use whichever is more comfortable
for you or shoots the best pattern�
CHOKE:
Use the extra-full choke that comes with
the gun for the tightest patterns possible,
and use only lead shot with this choke�
WADS:
Knight 3 1/2" shot wads�
Upland Game
SHOT:
Use #4, #5, or #6 Knight Red Hot lead
shot, depending on your preference�
POWDER:
FFg, black powder or industry approved
black powder substitute - 100 to 120
grains�
WADS:
Standard 1 1/8th ounce 12 gauge shotgun
wads�
We strongly suggest you take the time to pattern your gun before hunting� Your sights
may need to be adjusted, as may your loads� Try varying shot sizes and powder charges to
find the best pattern to suit your needs�
Recommended Loads for the TK2000 Shotgun
Recommended Loads