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Bismuth in a M-L
#426880 11/18/15 12:18 PM
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Is it safe to fire bismuth shot in a twist barrel percussion gun?If so, should it be loaded the same as lead?

Bill Ferguson
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rocky mtn bill #426881 11/18/15 12:23 PM
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Yes sir, I've done it. No problems with standard black powder loads and wadding.

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Rocky Mtn:

I like the way you think. I'm headed deer hunting for a couple days. Still awaiting snow to slow the ditch chickens. Let's get after 'em soon as that weather event happens.

Cheers,
Grouse Guy
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rocky mtn bill #426886 11/18/15 02:38 PM
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I've used Bismuth for ducks from a 20-bore c.1815 flintlock.
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rocky mtn bill #426887 11/18/15 02:42 PM
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Bismuth is the only shot (other than lead) that can be shot naked, i.e. no protective shotcup, without fear of wear or damage to your barrel.

Good luck

“I left long before daylight, alone but not lonely.”~Gordon Macquarrie
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Rocky Mtn Bill,
Checkout this bismuth photo with a Damascus barrels and bar action English Hammer. I think this guns resides in Ennis, Mt.
http://www.shootingsportsman.com/hammergun-geese-2/
Normano

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