now we are told this is a bad idea because of the hammering of smokeless powder verses the shoving of black powder. I do not agree with this and don’t understand the reasoning behind it.
Sorry, Michael, I wasn't clear. The use of smokeless is only one of many variables; some smokeless loads would actually be less stressful than some black loads, depending, and I should have emphasized that the burning rates are the main factor. My words weren't intended to be a dogmatic statement of fact under all circumstances, but rather a generalized observation that would, I hoped, stimulate further discussion.
The reasoning behind my words is simple physics. A force applied over a longer time span is less likely to damage an object than the same force applied in a millisecond. The analogy of a fist fight blow comes to mind; the instant application of the strike of the assailant can break bones but if he had just shoved his opponent, even with his full weight, the damage would be much, much less.
Perhaps I should have used a comparison between Bullseye and H4831? Sometimes the term 'black powder' seems to cloud the issue.
Regards, Joe
