Post by e5b on Apr 28, 2007 12:38:47 GMT -5
I'm new to muzzleloading and 2 years ago I purchased a CVA Kodiak magnum 45 cal topped with a Leupold VX-II 2-7x33. (1:28 twist)
The two types of bullets I've used are PowerBelt and Shockwave (several different bullet weights) with 100 grains worth of (two) powder pellets. The best accuracy at 50 yards has been 4 inch groups.....very discouraging. Should I try 150 grains (it is a magnum rated at 150 grains) and different bullets? Should I use 209 primers vice the reduced flash muzzleloading primers? I've also heard that loose powder may be an option so I can vary the loads.
I enjoy muzzeloading more than I thought I would but realize there is tons to learn. Eventually I'd like to get this thing shooting 2-3 inch groups at 100 yards so I can take it deer/bear hunting here in NC.
The two types of bullets I've used are PowerBelt and Shockwave (several different bullet weights) with 100 grains worth of (two) powder pellets. The best accuracy at 50 yards has been 4 inch groups.....very discouraging. Should I try 150 grains (it is a magnum rated at 150 grains) and different bullets? Should I use 209 primers vice the reduced flash muzzleloading primers? I've also heard that loose powder may be an option so I can vary the loads.
I enjoy muzzeloading more than I thought I would but realize there is tons to learn. Eventually I'd like to get this thing shooting 2-3 inch groups at 100 yards so I can take it deer/bear hunting here in NC.
