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Howdy 45remmy.
I doubt that there's one thread that encompasses everything that you'd need to know.
There's many threads with helpful info. even if they don't seem to start out that way.
But it requires reading some threads to find the relevant posts.
If a link doesn't go to the first post, then go back to the beginning.
Just ask if you have any specific questions.


1. https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/original-bp-performance.876915/#post-11686479

2. https://www.thehighroad.org/index.p...r-a-conversion-cylinder.868990/#post-11516188

3. https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/powder-for-cartridge-blk-powder-guns.862489/

4. https://www.thehighroad.org/index.php?threads/weight-by-volume.739205/

There's a current thread about the subject:

5. https://www.thehighroad.org/index.p...-45-colt-questions-and-recomendations.879624/
 
That post is pretty old and some of the links don't work any more.

There is an active post right now on loading cartridges in Black Powder and I have a lot to say there.

https://www.thehighroad.org/index.p...-45-colt-questions-and-recomendations.879624/

Personally, in my Remington Conversions I like to shoot 45 Schofield loaded with Black Powder instead of 45 Colt, because the grip shape of a Remignton is a bit different than a Colt and I find it uncomfortable to shoot full house 45 Colt Black Powder cartridges in my Remmies.

Also, because of the lack of a cylinder bushing on the front face of a Remington cylinder, I strongly recommend the Big Lube bullet line. I like the 200 grain J/P 45-200 in my Schofield loads, designed by a couple of guys named Johnson and Peterson. No, I do not get any kickbacks.

No big deal about the measuring stuff, the idea is to pour in enough powder so when the bullet is seated the powder will be compressed between 1/16" - 1/8". That's all there is to it.

And any primers you can find are fine for Black Powder.
 
Don't shoot jacketed bullets, IDK about plated bullets, and if you load smokeless you can load right up to maximum standard pressure with lead bullets for self defense no problem. The cylinders can take it, but I wouldn't be shooting a thousand rounds of max power .45 Colt in an 1858 conversion.

Trail Boss is a great powder for low recoil, 700x is a nice powder for .45's as it has more velocity, but not a lot like Unique does, burns cleaner and is very consistent in terms of a velocity extreme spread and standard deviation.
 
TTv2 said:
Don't shoot jacketed bullets, IDK about plated bullets, and if you load smokeless you can load right up to maximum standard pressure with lead bullets for self defense no problem. The cylinders can take it, but I wouldn't be shooting a thousand rounds of max power .45 Colt in an 1858 conversion.

Trail Boss is a great powder for low recoil, 700x is a nice powder for .45's as it has more velocity, but not a lot like Unique does, burns cleaner and is very consistent in terms of a velocity extreme spread and standard deviation.
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Thanks for the tips. Right now I only shoot black powder.
 
45remmy said:
Thanks for the tips. Right now I only shoot black powder.
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For that I would suggest using magnum primers and you could stick with them for use with smokeless powder if you ever decide to load with smokeless powders. Actually, I've found special purpose smokeless powders like Trail Boss to work better with magnum primers than non magnums.
 
TTv2 said:
For that I would suggest using magnum primers and you could stick with them for use with smokeless powder if you ever decide to load with smokeless powders. Actually, I've found special purpose smokeless powders like Trail Boss to work better with magnum primers than non magnums.
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That good to know. Reloading is very new to me so I'm soaking up any tips I can get.
 
Arcticap is kinda of our go to 411 guy he is full of knowledge and probably has a library card file in his brain. I dont know how he finds this stuff so fast...Thank you Arcticap
 
TTv2 said:
For that I would suggest using magnum primers and you could stick with them for use with smokeless powder if you ever decide to load with smokeless powders.
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Howdy Again

I have been loading Black Powder into cartridges for many years. I have never found a need for Magnum primers. Black Powder is easier to ignite than Smokeless, does not need Magnum primers. Perhaps some in the Black Powder Cartridge Rifle world, those who are shooting Buffalo rifles for great precision over long distances, feel the need for Magnum Primers.

I have not, have always used regular Large Pistol primers for all my 44 and 45 caliber Black Powder revolver cartridges.
 
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Howdy Again
The majority have told me large pistol primers work and magnums are pretty much overkill so I'm told.
I have been loading Black Powder into cartridges for many years. I have never found a need for Magnum primers. Black Powder is easier to ignite than Smokeless, does not need Magnum primers. Perhaps some in the Black Powder Cartridge Rifle world, those who are shooting Buffalo rifles for great precision over long distances, feel the need for Magnum Primers.

I have not, have always used regular Large Pistol primers for all my 44 and 45 caliber Black Powder revolver cartridges.
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45remmy...

Welcome to the forum...!
Good guys and good info here.

I like your artillery kepi... are you a fellow reenactor...?

Assuming you know how to load that 1858 cap and ball style, loading the .45 Colt cases won’t be much different. Instead of loading the chamber you are loading a case.

Figure out what configuration you like. I use an over the powder card and a lubed felt wad.
A good roll crimp will hold the bullet/ball and everything behind it securely in place.

Have fun...!
 
MIOkie said:
45remmy...

Welcome to the forum...!
Good guys and good info here.

I like your artillery kepi... are you a fellow reenactor...?

Assuming you know how to load that 1858 cap and ball style, loading the .45 Colt cases won’t be much different. Instead of loading the chamber you are loading a case.

Figure out what configuration you like. I use an over the powder card and a lubed felt wad.
A good roll crimp will hold the bullet/ball and everything behind it securely in place.

Have fun...!
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Thanks for the welcome. I'm not a reenacter but always wanted to be. Looking forward to chatting with you all and maybe learn something along the way.
 
Keep it simple. 45C as much 3F as the case will hold. Seat a .452 bullet to the crimping groove and roll crimp.
Number one rule. Bullet must be in full contact with black powder. So use a filler on top of black if you want a reduced load.
Number 2 rule: Don’t use smokeless until you’ve bought, read and understand the rules of loading smokeless powder. Forums are informative but not a substitute for a printed manual/s published by a reliable source. IE: Powder,Bullet or gear manufacturers.
 
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Keep it simple. 45C as much 3F as the case will hold. Seat a .452 bullet to the crimping groove and roll crimp.
Number one rule. Bullet must be in full contact with black powder. So use a filler on top of black if you want a reduced load.
Number 2 rule: Don’t use smokeless until you’ve bought, read and understand the rules of loading smokeless powder. Forums are informative but not a substitute for a printed manual/s published by a reliable source. IE: Powder,Bullet or gear manufacturers.
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Sounds simple and to the point, thank you.
 
Simple, but may be erroneous on my part assuming you understand the basics of case preparation, I may have over simplified it. You still need to do the research on hand loading.
 
45remmy said:
Sounds simple and to the point, thank you.
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Mr.45remmy... If you want simple....check out using the IDEAL/Lyman 310 tool for .45 colt. I knew an old cowboy who handloaded his .45 colt using nothing but this tool. Heres a video of Mike Belleview using it...hes a great black powder enthusiast, black powder magazine editor and makes great videos..big source of helpful info.
 
If you want to make up more than abut 10 cartridges per hour, forget the ideal tool. Use a bench mounted loading press and standard cartridge dies. For a straight walled cartridge such as 45 Colt, pay a few extra dollars for carbide dies, so you don't have to lube your cases.
 
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