What is the most accurate muzzleloading bullet?

In fact, the 250gr PowerBelt AeroLite is by far the most accurate muzzleloader bullet I’ve ever shot out of my CVA Wolf and CVA Optima. These bullets also offer absolutely devastating terminal performance on deer sized game.

What is the best bullet for a CVA muzzleloader?

The best two sabots for the CVA Accura we have found are the Barnes TMZ or T-EZ’s or the Hornady SST’s. All of these bullets have great ballistics down-range, and their aerodynamic tips aid in long range accuracy.

Are heavier muzzleloader bullets more accurate?

Here’s the truth about knock-down and penetration: With muzzleloaders, you increase knockdown and penetration by going with a heavier and/or harder bullet. The powder charges that produce accuracy are still between 80-120 grains but, the heavier bullet carries more momentum into the target.

What is the cleanest burning muzzleloader powder?

Blackhorn 209 produces some of the highest velocities out of all available black powder substitutes. Additionally, it’s very consistent in performance, which really aids accuracy. It’s also non-corrosive and is by far the cleanest burning black powder substitute.

How many times can you shoot a muzzleloader before cleaning?

You really need to clean the barrel and breech plug after every shot (or every other shot). NOTE: I actually shoot two times before cleaning. Once with the clean barrel at one target and once with the dirty barrel at a second target.

What size muzzleloader bullet should I use for deer?

Most muzzleloaders now in use for deer are . 50 caliber. And most are inherently accurate enough for big-game hunting, assuming they’re properly cleaned, are using 240-grain or larger saboted bullets of sound design and are stuffed with 90-150 grains of propellant.

Can CVA Optima shoot 150 grains of powder?

I shoot 150 grains of triple 7 and a 245 powerbelt. The only problem I have with it is the powerbelt doesn’t stay together as well with the stronger charge. I have only shot 4 deer with it and none made it past 20 yards.

How accurate is a CVA Wolf muzzleloader?

With the accuracy I was achieving with the 245gr PowerBelts, I’m comfortable with taking a shot out to around 150 yards on a deer. The two shots closest to the bullet were taken at 50 yards, the other two were taken at 100 yards. Another great aspect of the CVA Wolf Northwest is how easy the muzzleloader is to clean.

How far can you accurately shoot a muzzleloader?

If you hunt in the Great Plains, the Midwest, or love Texas senderos, today’s muzzleloading gear can be effective out to 200 yards and beyond.

What is the effective range of a .50 cal muzzleloader?

muzzleloader. With the “open sights” rules in effect in Washington for muzzleloaders (i.e., no scopes!), I have found my effective range for a deer-sized animal to be about 100 yards. Using a peep sight has extended this to about 110-120 yards, but I am usually reluctant to shoot that far.

How many grains of Triple 7 pellets should I use?

100 grains will give you plenty of power. Hodgson Co. ,which makes Pyrodex and Triple 7 pellets, says you should not use more than 100 grains of either brand.

Is a heavier bullet more accurate?

Theoretically the heavier bullet is more accurate because it has a longer bearing surface. But there are other variables so your gun may do better withother weights. “The most accurate factory load in .45ACP is Federal’s 185 SWC match, which is a good bit lighter than standard 230 grain.”.

What is Barnes for your muzzleloader?

Barnes Muzzleloader bullets deliver deadly performance at both high and low velocities. Expand to twice their original diameter, creating six razor-sharp copper petals that slice through game. No fragmentation these tough, deep-driving bullets typically retain 100 percent of their original weight.

What is size of Bullet for my muzzleloader?

Here are some basic fundamentals that I follow when recommending muzzleloader bullets to people: If you are hunting for deer, I always recommend either a 245 or 250 grain bullet as that should give you good knockdown power and good accuracy out to 150 to 175 yards.

What is a 44 caliber bullet?

.44 Caliber (.430 .429) Bullets can be used to reload 44 Rem Mag, 44 Special and other cartridges using a .44 Caliber (.430 .429) diameter bullet. This is a popular bullet used for hunting and revolvers. .