Picked up a Pietta 1860 Army this week and am very excited about it!
I think I have most of what I need to get it out to the range next weekend but I did have one question. Im seeing a lot of conflicting views on using wads. I saw they were inexpensive but couldn't find any at gander mountain today. I could order them but I don't need anything else and don't really want to pay shipping for something so inexpensive.
My question is, do I really need them? I understand it decreases the risk of chain fires. My revolver is chambered in .44 and I'll be using .454 round balls and my understanding is that should make a pretty solid seal.
What are your guy's thoughts?
I think I have most of what I need to get it out to the range next weekend but I did have one question. Im seeing a lot of conflicting views on using wads. I saw they were inexpensive but couldn't find any at gander mountain today. I could order them but I don't need anything else and don't really want to pay shipping for something so inexpensive.
My question is, do I really need them? I understand it decreases the risk of chain fires. My revolver is chambered in .44 and I'll be using .454 round balls and my understanding is that should make a pretty solid seal.
What are your guy's thoughts?