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<blockquote data-quote="Killing time" data-source="post: 2595308" data-attributes="member: 10344"><p>Thought i would share some info, as i have been muzzleloading for 14 years and had no idea ! </p><p>There are no set standards in the muzzleloading industry as far as actual bore size. Just because your rifle says .50 cal, doesn't mean it measures .500 - it could be anywhere from .497 to .508. That doesn't seem like much, but it can affect accuracy in a big way. </p><p>The problem is bullet/sabot selection. If your bullet/sabot does not properly fit your bore ( too loose or too tight ), your accuracy will suffer. If your like me, i just bought the proper caliber bullet and grain weight that i wanted. And fortunately, ive had pretty good success at the range. </p><p>But i often see others talking about their muzzleloader not shooting accurately or consistent. May i make a suggestion- go to Guns and Shooting Online and read some of the dozens of articles on bullets, sabots, powder, etc. There are bullets/sabots made for specific rifle brands of rifle's that are listed there. It might help you get the most out of your rifle with a proper fit and make big improvements with accuracy. </p><p>I have a Knight MK-85, and have always put deer down with ease. I have used many different brands of bullets, and while they always preformed in the field, sometimes at the range i was not getting the groups i would have liked. And i didnt know why. But come next year, im going to make some changes according to the recommendations on the site, as far as bullet/sabot choice and powder, and see what happens. </p><p>Good luck. I hope i helped someone who is frustrated with their weapon.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Killing time, post: 2595308, member: 10344"] Thought i would share some info, as i have been muzzleloading for 14 years and had no idea ! There are no set standards in the muzzleloading industry as far as actual bore size. Just because your rifle says .50 cal, doesn't mean it measures .500 - it could be anywhere from .497 to .508. That doesn't seem like much, but it can affect accuracy in a big way. The problem is bullet/sabot selection. If your bullet/sabot does not properly fit your bore ( too loose or too tight ), your accuracy will suffer. If your like me, i just bought the proper caliber bullet and grain weight that i wanted. And fortunately, ive had pretty good success at the range. But i often see others talking about their muzzleloader not shooting accurately or consistent. May i make a suggestion- go to Guns and Shooting Online and read some of the dozens of articles on bullets, sabots, powder, etc. There are bullets/sabots made for specific rifle brands of rifle's that are listed there. It might help you get the most out of your rifle with a proper fit and make big improvements with accuracy. I have a Knight MK-85, and have always put deer down with ease. I have used many different brands of bullets, and while they always preformed in the field, sometimes at the range i was not getting the groups i would have liked. And i didnt know why. But come next year, im going to make some changes according to the recommendations on the site, as far as bullet/sabot choice and powder, and see what happens. Good luck. I hope i helped someone who is frustrated with their weapon. [/QUOTE]
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