First time hunting with a muzzleloader. I have a few questions if y’all don’t mind. Mainly about moisture management.
Recently purchased a CVA Accura LRX in 45 caliber. The manual says to use Blackhorn 209 only, but given the time of year I can’t find it. I’m trying out Hogdon Triple 7 45/50 pellets as well as powder with a variflame adapter kit which allows me to use large rifle primers.
This is my first time y’all so if I say anything non-sensical, please correct and educate me.
I’ll be hunting in warm and humid Louisiana. I know humidity can be a big problem.
Where and when do I load and protect the rifle from ambient humidity or rain? Can I load the projectile first and cover with tape or plastic on the muzzle? — Moisture management is my main concern and question.
As a beginner, I started with the 45 caliber triple 7 pellets. The box says to use 40 cal sabots with these pellets but I have 45 cal Hornady Bore Drivers that seem to work well with 2, 50 grain pellets.
Should I switch to Hogdon Triple 7 powder at 100 grains by volume? Or should that loading be adjusted? I don’t have quick access to a chrono.
My goal right now is to be within a couple inches of accuracy at 100 yards. I know my rifle is capable of achieving much higher accuracy but I don’t really have the time or resources to achieve that right now.
Any and all tips and help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks y’all!