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black powder
Gunpowder, also commonly known as black powder to distinguish it from modern smokeless powder, is the earliest known chemical explosive. It consists of a mixture of sulfur, carbon (in the form of charcoal) and potassium nitrate (saltpeter). The sulfur and carbon act as fuels while the saltpeter is an oxidizer. Gunpowder has been widely used as a propellant in firearms, artillery, rocketry, and pyrotechnics, including use as a blasting agent for explosives in quarrying, mining, and road building.
Gunpowder is classified as a low explosive because of its relatively slow decomposition rate and consequently low brisance. Low explosives deflagrate (i.e., burn at subsonic speeds), whereas high explosives detonate producing a supersonic shockwave. Ignition of gunpowder packed behind a projectile generates enough pressure to force the shot from the muzzle at high speed, but usually not enough force to rupture the gun barrel. It thus makes a good propellant, but is less suitable for shattering rock or fortifications with its low-yield explosive power. Nonetheless it was widely used to fill fused artillery shells (and used in mining and civil engineering projects) until the second half of the 19th century, when the first high explosives were put into use.
Gunpowder is one of the Four Great Inventions of China. Originally developed by the Taoists for medicinal purposes, it was first used for warfare around 904 AD. It spread across Eurasia by the end of the 13th century. Its use in weapons has declined due to smokeless powder replacing it, and it is no longer used for industrial purposes due to its relative inefficiency compared to newer alternatives such as dynamite and ammonium nitrate/fuel oil.
-The Traditions Blunderbuss Rifle Kit comes in .54 caliber percussion ignition. The Blunderbuss features a flared steel barrel and features a single trigger percussion ignition. The rifle's hardwood stock is accented by beautiful brass trigger-guard and butt plate furniture.
-I bought a few...
This is a mid 19th century double barrel muzzleloading shotgun. Pretty sure its 16 gauge based on a modern bore gauge I have. Bought this at an estate sale thinking I could use it for displays but never ended up using it.
I recently bought a cheap pre-owned 12ga break open Shotgun from an NWFA member. I have decided to dedicate this shotgun for shooting black powder substitute loads. I will start with using shell loads and may eventually buy one of the 209 chamber adapters that will permit me to muzzle load the...
Thompson Center Muzzle Loader (I don't know the model; it's probably under the scope mount)
.50 caliber, percussion
stainless steel nipple
fiberglass ramrod
Simmons scope
Round barrel, good bore.
$200 plus shipping.
Getting into shooting black powder revolvers and I’m in need of #10 caps . Have various ammo calibers and primers I could trade or I could pay what ever sportsmen’s has them for sale for .
Selling several open boxes of Hornady lead balls (146 ea) and 1 box of misc Hornady black powder bullets (20 ea) from an estate.
Will sell locally in Portland/Vancouver to Longview area for $20 cash.
PM if interested.
Case hardened & engraved Pietta 1860 army 44cal black powder revolver- $349
No background check required
We can also order 45 long colt conversion cylinders
We accept trade ins, we also ship firearms
Griswald Defense
3483 River RD ste B Keizer OR 97303
(971)374-4378
This one is pretty sweet... I am pained to sell it... but I just had to drop some $ to get my kid a car and a graduation to pay for so....
Alright, so first off, muzzleloaders are not subject to NFA restrictions. And, of course, no FFL required either.
Traditions 12ga muzzleloader.
Unfired...
For sale - colt 1831 bullet mold in decent condition, see attached photos and happy to answer questions. Would prefer local pickup in hillsboro, oregon area but can ship at buyers expense
Open to offers
This absolutely beautiful recreation of the legendary 1851 Model Army Revolver is in very nice, aged condition. I have owned this firearm for about 25 years or so and it is by far and away the best looking reproduction I have ever seen. The patina is wonderful and genuine. It has proof marks and...
Bright bore, some oxidation in the chambers, nipples are in good shape.
Some dings in the cylinder notches ( unknown cause ), but the locking bolt is not damaged and timing is excellent.
$ 200.00 + $15.00 to ship.
Cash, check, USPS Money Order.
First to post " I'll take it, followed by PM...
Single shot, screw barrel .44 cal cap and ball pistol. Quality Italian replica of 1850's design.
Excellent condition. Includes everything you need: Powder, dispensing flask, balls, caps, cap dispenser, spare nipple. (Doesn't use patches.)
Great way to get started in black powder shooting...
Selling 12 boxes (240 rounds) at $50 per box, of 45-70 Government loaded for use in an 1873 Springfield Trapdoor rifle. These were loaded by my grandfather, who had a valid FFL and loaded custom ammo for people. He passed away last year and I will never use up the ammo I inherited. Recipe and...
For sale are these six one pound cans of Goex FFg black powder. Came from an estate in Christmas Valley so it has been stored high & dry. Price is $30 per pound FTF here in Lebanon or close by, we all know it can't be shipped. Please PM me with questions, etc. SPF