Landerwalk
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New guy here. This year is a first for me in the muzzleloading world. Looking for some advice on an issue I’m having, the fix is probably simple but it’s got me stumped. Here’s the situation
New CVA Optima v2 with northwest conversion kit for musket caps(required here)
Caps are brand new RWS brand
December cow elk hunt in Idaho, cold conditions (sub Zero up to mid 20s)
Powerbelt 348 gr lead hollow points
777 FFG 100 grains
Have had 2 misfires in 2 weeks on shots at elk now. I am unable to replicate these misfires at home. Gun works flawlessly when I’m not on the mountain
Both times my procedure has been to clean and dry the gun and breach plug, And follow up with lubing the bore with traditions bore lube.
Then popping off two caps to ensure the flame channel is good and dry and clear. Visually confirming it’s clear.
Then loading the gun and taping the end of the barrel with a piece of electrical tape when I head up the mountain.
The cap has popped both times, but there is either little or no ignition of powder in those cases I have had a misfire.
Tips tricks advice and otherwise I am all ears. Thanks
New CVA Optima v2 with northwest conversion kit for musket caps(required here)
Caps are brand new RWS brand
December cow elk hunt in Idaho, cold conditions (sub Zero up to mid 20s)
Powerbelt 348 gr lead hollow points
777 FFG 100 grains
Have had 2 misfires in 2 weeks on shots at elk now. I am unable to replicate these misfires at home. Gun works flawlessly when I’m not on the mountain
Both times my procedure has been to clean and dry the gun and breach plug, And follow up with lubing the bore with traditions bore lube.
Then popping off two caps to ensure the flame channel is good and dry and clear. Visually confirming it’s clear.
Then loading the gun and taping the end of the barrel with a piece of electrical tape when I head up the mountain.
The cap has popped both times, but there is either little or no ignition of powder in those cases I have had a misfire.
Tips tricks advice and otherwise I am all ears. Thanks