Muzzleloader hunting in the rain

[HuntFish714]

Im very green to muzzleloaders, just bought a cva wolf and love it! This weekend will be my first time using it in the rain. I didnt see anything in the owners manual about rain. My question is do I need to do anything while im hunting to protect it other yhan normal oiling? Also do I need to or should I cover the muzzle with a plasic ziploc and rubber band to protect the bullet and pellets from moisture? Thank you

 

[Brisco Darlin]

i've put a piece of electrical tape over the muzzle and covered the nipple and cap.

 

[Hardwoodmaterials]

Don't laugh but I have used unlubricated condoms on the barrel of mine when its raining. I can carry it with my sling that way and just slide it off when I get ready to shoot. Plus they don't make any noise when you bunch them up like a bag will.

 

[HuntFish714]

Hmmmm awesome lol thank you for the tips guys ill have to try that

 

[TheLBLman]

Also do I need to or should I cover the muzzle with a plasic ziploc and rubber band to protect the bullet and pellets from moisture?

Many years ago I thought that sounded like a good idea.
But water seeped under the bag (with gun pointed down), collected in the bag, then ran into the barrel first time it was slightly elevated.

Electrical tape with a good seal may be the best option.

 

[smyrnagc]

You can also get a small pack of balloons at Dollar General and put one over the end of the barrel.

 

[WestTn Huntin man]

The finger off a rubber glove will work .You can also use cling wrap or saran wrap.Finger cots are perfect if you work around a office.

 

[Jcalder]

Don't laugh but I have used unlubricated condoms on the barrel of mine when its raining. I can carry it with my sling that way and just slide it off when I get ready to shoot. Plus they don't make any noise when you bunch them up like a bag will.

I'd hate to explain to my wife why my muzzleloader needed condoms lol.

 

[KPH]

Condoms have been used for years, solders have used them to keep water out of the gun barrels also duel purpose you mite say.

 

[ratsnakeboogy]

I use finger cots when I have them and blue or green painter's tape when I don't have the cots.

 

[mike243]

Im carrying my savage in the morning,hope it aint raining,you all done got me worried

 

[HuntFish714]

Thanks yall! One more question, if using say a piece of taoe or condom how would it effect the bullet if you had to make a quick off hand shot/or forget to take it off in the heat of. The moment. I know it may be a a dumb question but im completely clueless. Thx

 

[Roost 1]

I would go with the small balloons..any of the above wont make a difference when you shoot.

 

[HuntFish714]

Ok thanks