Authors: Dave Ehrig
ISBN-13: 9780811701372, ISBN-10: 0811701379
Format: Hardcover
Publisher: Stackpole Books
Date Published: September 2005
Edition: (Non-applicable)
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.
Acknowledgments | vii | |
Chapter 1 | An Introduction to Muzzleloading | 1 |
The History of Muzzleloaders | 1 | |
Types of Muzzleloaders: An Overview | 19 | |
Muzzleloading Features and Equipment | 31 | |
Pennsylvania's Muzzleloading Season | 43 | |
Buying the Right Muzzleloader | 48 | |
Chapter 2 | Muzzleloading Gun Types and Tips | 58 |
Primitive Flintlock and Percussion Rifles | 58 | |
Modern In-Line Muzzleloaders | 77 | |
Breechloaders and Cartridge Guns | 92 | |
Pistols and Revolvers | 113 | |
Chapter 3 | Powder and Ammunition | 129 |
Black Powder | 133 | |
Modern Replica Powders and Pellets | 142 | |
Effective Loads for Targets and Hunting | 159 | |
Modern Muzzleloading Bullets | 168 | |
Power and Accuracy | 175 | |
Ballistics | 186 | |
Modling Your Own Projectiles | 201 | |
Chapter 4 | Preparation, Care, and Maintenance | 216 |
Sighting In | 216 | |
Tuning | 234 | |
Muzzleloading Accessories | 246 | |
Cleaning Techniques and Products | 274 | |
Practice | 283 | |
Safe Storage and Transportation | 285 | |
Chapter 5 | Hunting Deer | 291 |
Defeating the Big Three Deer Defenses | 291 | |
Pre-Rut Strategies | 297 | |
Rut Strategies | 307 | |
Post-Rut Strategies | 320 | |
Shooting Strategies and Recovery After the Shot | 332 | |
Foul-Weather Techniques | 348 | |
Chapter 6 | Hunting Wild Turkeys | 359 |
Shotgun Basics | 366 | |
Turkey Hunting Basics | 379 | |
Safety Considerations | 383 | |
Lessons Learned in the Field | 386 | |
The Wild Turkey Grand Slam | 400 | |
Appendixes | ||
Appendix A | Muzzleloading Organizations, Competitions, and Shows | 403 |
Appendix B | Muzzleloader Manufacturers, Gear Suppliers, and Other Resources | 411 |
Appendix C | Safety Tips and Troubleshooting for Problematic Muzzleloaders | 421 |
Appendix D | State-by-State Muzzleloading Regulations | 437 |
Glossary | 455 | |
Index | 467 |