Manual

When purchasing Black Powder be certain that it is in the original manu-

facturer’s container and that its granulation or type is clearly marked on the

label. Follow the storage and handling precautions which are on the label. If

you have any questions concerning the safe handling or storage of Black Pow-

der, write to the manufacturer of the powder. Additional information on pow-

der storage is available from the 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 gradually 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 INJU-

RY AND/OR DEATH TO THE SHOOTER OR BYSTANDERS AND

DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.

Pyrodex is a propellant powder designed for use in muzzleloading cap

lock rifles, pistols and shotguns. Pyrodex is not a Black Powder. In accordance

with the manufacturer’s instructions, Pyrodex relates closely to Black Powder

on a

volume to volume basis (not weight of charge). In other words, a black

powder measure set to dispense 70 grains of black powder will, in fact, dis-

pense approximately 52 grains of Pyrodex (by weight).

However, this lighter

charge of Pyrodex will provide a charge which is ballistically similar to 70

grains of Black Powder. For all practical purposes, knowing the actual

weight of a charge of Pyrodex may be informative, but not necessary.

Your black powder measure will dictate the proper amount by its gradu-

ations according to volume.

If you want to know the actual comparative

weight of a Pyrodex charge, contact the manufacturer, Hodgdon Powder Co.

Inc., Shawnee Mission, KS. 66201.

Pyrodex does not ignite as easily as Black Powder and, consequently, it is

not recommended for use in flint lock firearms. Flint locks require strong, pos-

itive ignition and should be charged and primed with Black Powder of the ap-

propriate granulation only.