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1-32" Twist Rate Question
« on: July 21, 2015, 06:49:33 PM »
He's guys. I just won my first online auction and picked up. CVA express .50 double rifle.  Think the twist rate is 1-32".

Primarily,  this question is geared towards elk bullets, with ranges no further than 150yards.   I have no biased bullet preference concerning ML' s.
Also, powder charges. Seems like my best bet would be 90-100grns.  How far off am i?   Thanks guys.
« Last Edit: July 22, 2015, 06:24:04 PM by MountainWalk »
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Re: Twist Rate Question
« Reply #1 on: July 21, 2015, 07:39:17 PM »
better make sure that double barrel muzzleloader is legal in your state before using it.

Personally, I don't think you'll be shooting 150 yards with a double barrel unless each barrel has its own sights. Double barrels were normally up close and personal "charging animals" kind of weapons.

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Re: Twist Rate Question
« Reply #2 on: July 21, 2015, 07:53:03 PM »
Double barreled muzzleloaders are legal in Washington if only one barrel is loaded.
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Re: Twist Rate Question
« Reply #3 on: July 21, 2015, 08:03:15 PM »
Which means" charged", but not capped.   

You'd be surprised at the amount of iron sighted shooting I do. Seller informed me that he had shot it only at 100yes, PRB, and both barrels were within 2-3 inches of each other.  I'm quite sure 150 isn't too far a stretch.....

Now, I think I was talking about bullets and balls.....
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Re: Twist Rate Question
« Reply #4 on: July 21, 2015, 08:07:53 PM »
It can have powder and bullet and no cap to be legal, just put a little piece of something to keep the water out of the nipple.
But 90 grains of FF sounds like a good solid charge.
I know that mine with 1:60 does good with solids, and 1:28 rifles are good for the smaller/longer sabots, so you should be good with a big sabot (I think).
Can always sight in for one barrel and keep the second for close up.

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Re: Twist Rate Question
« Reply #5 on: July 21, 2015, 08:16:29 PM »
Thought about two charges, and the pros-cons. I am used to double triggers, so the practical use of individual barrels ain't a stretch. May be too much hassle, making two horn measures for each barrel.

I believe the only one barrel thing applies to ML elk and deer. So if I wanted to ba'r hunt with both charged, I think I could.

As far as distance, true, I do hope to shoot at archery ranges. Always try to no matter the gun, if I can. That'd just me. Buuuut elk are where you see them. No fair opportunity shall be wasted.     Thanks Jimmy.
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