Use of a drop tube

[Doc Hoy]

What do I lose if I don't use one?

Remember; .45 Long Colt. Black powder.

 

[Fingers McGee]

not a thing. Now, iffn you was shootin a 45-70 or such at long ranges, it would come in handy.

 

[Moloch]

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.

 

[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.

 

[TomADC]

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.

 

[noelf2]

What do I lose if I don't use one?

A little bit of extra smoke