![]() The first guns that came on the scene were fueled by black powder–a careful mixture of charcoal, sulfur, and saltpeter. What Is Black Powder and What the Heck is a Substitute? How fast are their bullets flying? How much power are those rounds really generating compared to modern cartridges? What is the difference between real black powder and the black powder substitutes on the market today? After all this time, I finally got around to wrangling a representation of all calibers, powders, and a chronograph all in one spot at the same time. But with the different calibers, bullets, and powders available, there has to be variation. It is a little-known fact that Colt’s 1847 Walker and 1848 Dragoon 44 caliber revolvers were the most powerful handguns issued by the United States military. ![]() I have sent plenty of lead into hillsides, water jugs, and game animals, but it is only recently that I began to wonder about the true power of the cap and ball revolver. In that time, I have found plenty to say and a fair number of myths to bust. I haven’t been around nearly as long as many cap and ball enthusiasts but I can confidently say that I have over ten years of busting caps under my belt.
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