2. Muzzleloading Flashcards
What is the order for loading a muzzleloader firearm for a projectile?
a measured amount of black powder (never pour from the flask into the bore), followed by a lubricated patch, add the ball and trim the patch, push it down the bore using a long starter, use the ramrod to firmly seat it against the powder charge, prime flintstock or precussion cap, FIRE
How is a flintlock muzzle-loaded firearm fired?
the igniting spark is the result of the flint, held by the cock, hitting the frizzen
How is a percussion muzzleloaders fired?
The flash is produced by the hammer striking a percussion cap
How to check if a muzzleloader is safe to fire?
point the muzzle in the safest available direction and keep your finger off the trigger, check that the hammer is not in full-cock position, check for a percussion cap or priming pan is primed, if the firearm is primed remove cap or priming powder.
What is the order for loading a muzzleloader firearm for a shot?
a measured amount of black powder (never pour from the flask into the bore), insert a thin overpower card, lubricated fiber wad, measured charge of shot, then a thin cardboard wad to keep it all in place, push it down the bore using a long starter, use the ramrod to firmly seat it against the powder charge, prime flintstock or precussion cap, FIRE
How do you clean a muzzleloader?
ACTS and PROVE
using either a commercial black-powder cleaning solvent or hot soapy water. Black powder is corrosive and build-up can be dangerous. Also use a ramrod with a cleaning patch
How long to do you wait after a misfire on a muzzleloader?
60 seconds
What type of powder is safe to use in a muzzleloader?
Black powder or a black powder substitute like Pyrodex
What are the two PPE that you must wear when firing a muzzleloader?
Safety glasses and hearing protection
