Powder flask recommondations?

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bigminnow

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I have been looking at powder flasks. I'm getting tired of scooping powder from the container and its probably not the safest way...

I've looked at a lot of websites and they all seem to have the same stuff...but I'm a function over form type person first and I don't really need an ole time style powder flask that may or may not work well.

Anyone seen any great functioning powder flasks out there and care to point me in the right direction?

I found this one...it even says it is made in the US so I called them and the person that answered the phone sounded very foreign and said they did not have any and did not know when they would have them again because they got them out of Canada...hmmm...made in the US?? ...anyway, I thought it might work well so if you know where one might find something similar, pass it on...thanks...

http://muzzleloadingbullets.com/muzzleloader_powder_measurers.html
 
No but I will check it out now...I might use some of my pill bottles for the time being. Lord knows I have lots of them in all sizes!
 
Thanks for the website info Lee...this is just what I was looking for. How does the large brass flask work? This is what I will order. Thanks...
 
That's a very nice flask/measure you are looking at bigminnow, I don't think you could find a better combination. It may not be a easy to use as the standard single spout style with a thumb lever. Then there's the Walker style with the push spout. I find the thumb lever the quickest to use, you can get different size (volume) spouts for them.
 
Look at the TRESO model at the Possible Shop.

Watch for dead horses along the way.
 
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robhof

It's not hard to make your own, I got all the parts on Ebay including the horns.:D
 

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I hope you are not planning on loading directly from the flask.
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Yes, I suspect some are, especially for C&B revolver use and even though I have done so, it is increasing the potential of you getting hurt. I rarely do this and never instruct it as being an option. ..... ;)

I like the CVA 1400
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Basically I like this style with the swing gate but also have one of the push buttons types like the OP listed. I have found that in time, the push button types, start to hang up with powder dust where the gate types do not. I also have the smaller field size of the 1400 that I take in my hunting pack. I have various spouts that go onto the 1400. ... ;)


Be Safe !!!
 
Here what I use. A cut off can and a spout that opens and closes automatic.
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Back to the basics !!!

Here what I use. A cut off can and a spout that opens and closes automatic.
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However, you are also using a calibrated measurer to pour into; RIGHT ???

If Not;
Classic example of what I won't instruct or use. There are safer and better options out there. More than my humble opinion and no disrespect intended. ... ;)


Be Safe !!!
 
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I use a flask like this - mine is silver plated - to charge my revolver cylinders. High quality flask that accepts a variety of premeasured spouts - and looks good too.

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YMMV
 
Big Minnow,
I've got all the different kinds, well except that "special" one that kwhi43 has. :eek:
But, frankly I like the model that you've shown, for me it's faster and I don't drop powder all over the place.
OJW
 
Measuring up.

Track has pretty much whatever you you need so far as flasks, spouts and funnels. The brass funnel is key for refilling those small pistol flasks. Be sure to add one of their handy graduated powder measures as well. I also use a Thompson Center "see-thru" flask for the rifle at the range.
French
 
The can I use is safe enough on the National range at Friendship and all the
big shoots here and in Iowa. As a matter of fact, it's just about what everybody uses.
 
From the can to what ???

However, you are also using a calibrated measurer to pour into; RIGHT ???
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I don't have a problem with your can and really like that spout. I'm not questioning that, just the application and use. .... :confused:

Be Safe !!!
 
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