D Doc Hoy New member Oct 1, 2012 #1 What do I lose if I don't use one? Remember; .45 Long Colt. Black powder.
F Fingers McGee New member Oct 1, 2012 #2 not a thing. Now, iffn you was shootin a 45-70 or such at long ranges, it would come in handy.
M Moloch New member Oct 1, 2012 #3 Using a drop tube I can get pathetic 3 grains more in a big 45-70 case, shaking it gives me room for another 10 grains.
Using a drop tube I can get pathetic 3 grains more in a big 45-70 case, shaking it gives me room for another 10 grains.
E eastbank New member Oct 1, 2012 #4 i use a old ladies electric shaver i bought at a flea market for .50 cents, one touch and the powder settles right down. eastbank.
i use a old ladies electric shaver i bought at a flea market for .50 cents, one touch and the powder settles right down. eastbank.
T TomADC New member Oct 1, 2012 #5 I use an old golf shaft 30 inches long with powder funnel attached to the top , I have the Lyman 55 BP powder measure, my golf shaft does a much better job then the tubes that came with it. I only use it for 45-70 though.
I use an old golf shaft 30 inches long with powder funnel attached to the top , I have the Lyman 55 BP powder measure, my golf shaft does a much better job then the tubes that came with it. I only use it for 45-70 though.
N noelf2 New member Oct 1, 2012 #6 What do I lose if I don't use one? Click to expand... A little bit of extra smoke