Black Powder

Guns are one of very few things in the world that almost never get thrown away. And granted, not all guns make it into the future, but an overwhelming number of them do. That’s for a reason. Guns almost always work for their intended purpose. I get asked a lot, “do you think I should [...]

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B8cjv3vMJko&list=RDCMUCXxscN2ixnb6uA3v8u_FKmA&start_radio=1 This series is sponsored by:Star & Bullock Hardware – Paper Cartridge Former Kitshttps://www.cartridgekits.comEtsy Store This article was originally only going to be a video, but then the video came out to 40 minutes and I decided that it was worth doing a written overview for the information it contained. By all means feel free [...]

This column sponsored by:Star & Bullock Hardware – cartridgekits.com (opens in new window)Etsy Store For anyone who loves guns and loves shooting, our country is a pretty frustrating place right now. Even if you reload, try to get primers and powder. So it leaves you in a situation where it is now a decision to [...]

American Gun Craft is happy to announce the Desperado, a handgun-style break-action double-barrel muzzle-loaded black powder shotgun with 12- or 20-gauge bores.

If you’re new to building or gunsmithing, this project will get you some good experience fitting and polishing parts. So I’d say finishing the 1851 revolver kit isn’t a bad way to spend a weekend.

Like its predecessor, the Paramount Pro is constructed to handle “super-magnum” propellant charges –meaning: in excess of a 150 grain by volume equivalent of black powder. This allows you to reach the higher velocities that you need for taking game at 300 yards and farther.

Penetration tests with the Diablo were very impressive. Both OO and #4 buckshot penetrated a 3/4″ plywood board, and the slugs went through 3 of them, just barely.

The rifle that fired the first shot at the Battle of Bunker Hill sold at the Morphy’s Auction House in Denver, Penn. for $492,000.