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When did the era of black powder rifles end and cartridge use begin?
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∙ 16y ago
i think it was during the civil war ( towards the end of the war )
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What Black powder rifles used in world war 1?
none, all the combatants of WW1 had already completely switched to smokeless powders.
Why were Garandoni air rifles not used in the Civil War?
Garandoni air rifles were not used in the Civil War because they were not widely available or adopted by military forces at the time. The technology of air rifles was still relatively new and unproven, and traditional firearms like rifles and muskets were already in use and more familiar to soldiers. Additionally, the range and power of air rifles at the time were not considered sufficient for military applications.
What weapons or items did the union soldiers carry during the civil war?
the union army used many knives and guns, but the most popular were the following: Sabers (sword carried by cavalries on their belts), breechloader, and the muzzleloader (both are rifles), Hope this answer helps.
Is gunpowder used in war today?
There are two kinds of gunpowder, "black powder" and "smokeless powder." I put them in quotes because all gunpowder is black, and all of it smokes when it burns. Both are used in modern warfare. Black powder is primarily used as a delay element in other explosives. If you want to build an explosive device that has a time delay between initiating the explosion and the explosion occurring - hand grenades are a prime example - you put a column of black powder between the initiator and the explosive. Smokeless powder is the propellant in every rifle, shotgun, pistol, shoulder-fired rocket, artillery round, etc., etc., etc., used in the world today.
What made US Civil War cannon balls explode?
Some were hollow iron projectiles and filled with black powder. The same powder used to fire cannons and muskets. Time delay fuses were attached. These were ignited by the canon firing, burned a predetermined time, and exploded the powder.
Why was the paper cartridge designed for black powder rifles and muskets?
To make reloading faster and more accurate.
Are black powder rifles classified as center fire rifles?
NO.
What has the author Wayne McLerran written?
Wayne McLerran has written: 'Browning model 1885 black powder cartridge rifle' -- subject(s): Browning rifles, Muzzle-loading firearms
Where are Lyman black powder rifles made?
Investarms of Italy
Witch black powder is better smokless powder or regular black powder?
Black powder and smokeless powder are two totally different animals. For all intents smokeless is meant for loading cartridges and black powder is used for muzzle loading fire arms. Black powder can also be used in cartridge loads. You have heard terms referring to a gun in 45-70 on 38-20 or 44-40 calibers. Those numbers refer to the caliber (45) and the amount of black powder in the cartridge (70 grains) Smokeless powder should NEVER be used in place of black powder in muzzle loaders, or in the same volume as black powder in cartridge loads. So depending on what you are shooting both powders have there place.
When were black powder rifles used?
At least since the 13th century
What is a black powder firearm?
There are generally 2 types of BP firearm, 1 muzzleloaders, loaded with powder cloth patch and lead ball or mini ball (also powder and a sabot and bullet in the more modern guns. 2 Black powder cartridge guns, that fire a more conventional looking self contained cartridge loaded with black powder and a bullet. such as the 45-70 or the 30-30 ( first number is the caliber second number is the grains of black powder in the cartridge. 45 caliber with 70 grains of powder) I am greatly generalizing
Can a civilian own a 50 cal?
Depends on where you live, and WHICH .50 cal. California has banned rifles that fire the .50 Browning Machine Gun cartridge. Other state have not. Please note there are several .50 cal firearms- including .50 caliber muzzleloading black powder rifles.
State laws to purchase black powder rifles?
I do not think there is any legislation in the United States surrounding Blackpowder rifles at all.
Who invented the first commercially-successful revolver?
black power or cartridge rounds? Colt made the first "practical" revolver, so this was the first commercially successful cartridge revolver. I can't say about black powder... but you should read this: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Revolver <><><> The first Colt revolvers were black powder handguns. The self contained cartridge was invented later.
Can felons in Alabama own black powder rifles?
You need to consult with a lawyer for a correct and current answer.
Did the M1903 Springfield rifle fire black powder?
No. The 1903 Springfield was initially chambered in the 30-03 cartridge, later modified to the 30-06 cartridge. The latter cartridge is still manufactured and very popular. Virtually all firearms after 1895 shoot smokeless powder.
