Manual

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When purchasing Black Powder be certain that it is in the original manufacturer’s
container and that its granulation or type is clearly marked on the label. Follow the stor-
age and handling precautions which are on the label. If you have any questions concern-
ing the safe handling or storage of Black Powder, write to the manufacturer of the powder.
Additional information on powder storage is available from :
National Fire Protection Association,
P.O. Box 9146,
Quincy, Mass. 02269.
Or call 1-800-344-3555. Ask for pamphlet #495.
This instructional booklet lists a range of Black Powder loads which are proper for
your Thompson/Center firearm. Use only the granulation of Black Powder that is listed for
your specific caliber and model. You will note that a series of charges are shown in each
instance. The lightest charge shown for your firearm is the starting load. The heaviest
charge listed is the maximum load. Start with the lightest load and work upwards grad-
ually until you reach your best performing load. You will find that the best shooting
load is well below the maximum charge listed.
Never exceed the maximum load listed for your particular firearm. Overloads
may cause damage to the firearm and injury and/or death to the shooter or
bystanders and damage to property.
Black Powder substitutes like Pyrodex
™
and Triple Seven
™
are designed for use in
Muzzleloading rifles. They relate to black powder on a volume to volume basis not weight.
These black powder substitutes must always be measured by volume, not weight.
Set your powder measure to the desired volume as if you were measuring black powder.
Use it at this setting with both granular Pyrodex and Triple Seven.
Always follow the instructions of the manufacturer of any recommended black powder sub-
stitution when loading loose granular powder or pre-formed pellets.