I have an 1858 and it shoots great with fffg 777. Prior to actually loading real charges I always shoot an empty cylinder's worth with only caps to ensure that any oil gets cleared from inside the nipples.
I find the 45 Kirst cylinder to be great for my 1860, rather than having to take the cylinder out to reload(which I believe is what one needs to do with the R and D).
Assuming you are fine with cutting the loading port in the side of your frame.
Good luck.
I would suggest getting a converter cylinder that shoots 45 colt, not 44 colt.
I got the 44 colt R&D cylinder because it said something like "for the 44 caliber 1858 remington", so naturally I thought that's what I ought to get. Now I wish I could return it.
It seems to me the only reason they...
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