what is with all thes new muzzleloader bullets and sobots can i shoot them out of my old muzzleloader

[boomer1]

what is with all thes new muzzleloader bullets and sobots can i shoot them out of my old muzzleloader

[MLH]

Depends on the twist rate of your barrel. Smoothbore, 1:60, and 1:66 won't stabilize the bullet. I doubt a 1:48 will, either. Sabot guns are typically 1:24 to 1:32.

[2Poppa]

Depends on how "old" your gun is.
If in doubt, continue to use ball & patch!

[MLH]

Forgot - sabots usually give you faster speed, better aerodynamics, longer range, and better terminal performance compared to a round ball or conical.

Also, Powerbelts are almost full bore diameter. I understand that they will work with slower twist barrels but I have yet to try them. I'd exercise caution because these can be much heavier than round balls. Might be best to contact the manufacturer before shooting them.

[rocky d bashaw]

yes

[hjohn429]

How "old" is this muzzelloader? I bet if it is an in-line you can use new saboted bullets. If it is not an in-line I would go for a ball/patch or a bore-sized bullet.

[Huntandtrap09]

what they said

[willkillsdeer]

idk i have a tradtions caplock that i built out of a kit and it shoots them well enough

[ghostrider]

i have a 50 cal. bobcat and i shoot pre-lubed bullets with no plastic or patch just fine.

[rudyglove27]

Yep!

[rudyglove27]

Yep!