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Authors: Dave Ehrig
ISBN-13: 9780811701372, ISBN-10: 0811701379
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Date Published: September 2005
Edition: (Non-applicable)

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Author Biography: Dave Ehrig

Book Synopsis

Long a favorite of re-enactors as well as hunters looking for new challenges, black powder hunting has in recent years come into its own-with forty-six out of fifty states offering special muzzleloader seasons, it's becoming more popular every year. Hunters with an interest in black powder need look no further than Dave Ehrig's "Muzzleloading for Deer and Turkey", an in-depth, one-stop resource for beginners. Covering a vast array of guns, powder, ammunition, and accessories, the author explains how to get started, hone your skills, and stay safe. There's also plenty of guidance on what techniques and weapons are best suited for going after deer and turkey. Whether you're looking to extend your hunting season or just want to make the hunt more interesting, everything you need to know is here.

Author Biography: Dave Ehrig, a.k.a. "Mr. Black Powder," is a writer, photographer, and muzzleloading expert whose work has appeared in numerous articles and videos. He is the author of four books, including Black Powder Whitetails. A frequent lecturer on hunting and outdoor adventure, he lives in Pennsylvania.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgmentsvii
Chapter 1An Introduction to Muzzleloading1
The History of Muzzleloaders1
Types of Muzzleloaders: An Overview19
Muzzleloading Features and Equipment31
Pennsylvania's Muzzleloading Season43
Buying the Right Muzzleloader48
Chapter 2Muzzleloading Gun Types and Tips58
Primitive Flintlock and Percussion Rifles58
Modern In-Line Muzzleloaders77
Breechloaders and Cartridge Guns92
Pistols and Revolvers113
Chapter 3Powder and Ammunition129
Black Powder133
Modern Replica Powders and Pellets142
Effective Loads for Targets and Hunting159
Modern Muzzleloading Bullets168
Power and Accuracy175
Ballistics186
Modling Your Own Projectiles201
Chapter 4Preparation, Care, and Maintenance216
Sighting In216
Tuning234
Muzzleloading Accessories246
Cleaning Techniques and Products274
Practice283
Safe Storage and Transportation285
Chapter 5Hunting Deer291
Defeating the Big Three Deer Defenses291
Pre-Rut Strategies297
Rut Strategies307
Post-Rut Strategies320
Shooting Strategies and Recovery After the Shot332
Foul-Weather Techniques348
Chapter 6Hunting Wild Turkeys359
Shotgun Basics366
Turkey Hunting Basics379
Safety Considerations383
Lessons Learned in the Field386
The Wild Turkey Grand Slam400
Appendixes
Appendix AMuzzleloading Organizations, Competitions, and Shows403
Appendix BMuzzleloader Manufacturers, Gear Suppliers, and Other Resources411
Appendix CSafety Tips and Troubleshooting for Problematic Muzzleloaders421
Appendix DState-by-State Muzzleloading Regulations437
Glossary455
Index467

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