FOR SALE Desperately Need #11 Percussion Caps

[SwittersDownEast]

So- I just an acquired a smoothbore that I was hoping to Turkey hunt with this weekend. However I am having trouble finding #11 percussion caps. Even if I could afford to buy 1000 of them (which I really can’t, as I am having to buy EVERYTHING to get started- to this point I’ve only used an inline muzzleloader for deer hunting- such as powder measure, shot card, fiber wads, nipples wrench, shot etc.) I can’t get them shipped here in time to pattern the gun and hunt. I’m in Eastern, North Carolina. anyone know where I can find a single tin of #11 caps somewhere close to me? Yea- I realize the desparte nature of this post - so be easy on me

 

[Shorty]

Call your local walmarts

 

[jd24.5.48]

I'd be checking all the sporting goods stores and the ma and pa shops around the area! I haven't seen any around here in S.Ohio but I really haven't been paying attention for em. I haven't used a #11 cap for a long time! I was having trouble finding 209 primers for a while myself!

 

[eekjellander]

So- I just an acquired a smoothbore that I was hoping to Turkey hunt with this weekend. However I am having trouble finding #11 percussion caps. Even if I could afford to buy 1000 of them (which I really can’t, as I am having to buy EVERYTHING to get started- to this point I’ve only used an inline muzzleloader for deer hunting- such as powder measure, shot card, fiber wads, nipples wrench, shot etc.) I can’t get them shipped here in time to pattern the gun and hunt. I’m in Eastern, North Carolina. anyone know where I can find a single tin of #11 caps somewhere close to me? Yea- I realize the desparte nature of this post - so be easy on me

Honestly I would do what everyone else suggests ,but wait till next season and get your loads figured out before then ! This is not like shooting my double barrel Lefever and it will save crippling a bunch of turkeys , as a good load is something some folks (NEVER) achieve and definitely never happens over nite /your time frame/ED

 

[flounder]

I have to agree. It would take more than having the caps to be prepared.

 

[SwittersDownEast]

Wait- memorizing the Skychief load/method doesn’t qualify me to hunt with my smoothie right away?!? LOL. I appreciate the feedback. I was planning a marathon two days of range time to try and get somewhere in the ballpark of being ready- although I realize it’s gonna probably going to take a little more than that. I guess I will keep the odds in ‘ole Tom’s favor and pull the bow out for opening weekend. Thanks again for the feedback. I have enjoyed starting my smoothie education here on the forums.

 

[bronko220002]

Man if you would have posted this last week I could have given you a tin on my way from PA to FL. I have a brand new unopened carton of #11s back up north.
I did read somewhere where a guy pulled the bullets on 22 lrs, dumped the powder, cut and trimmed the casings and they worked well.

 

[ElDiablo]

Wait- memorizing the Skychief load/method doesn’t qualify me to hunt with my smoothie right away?!? LOL. I appreciate the feedback. I was planning a marathon two days of range time to try and get somewhere in the ballpark of being ready- although I realize it’s gonna probably going to take a little more than that. I guess I will keep the odds in ‘ole Tom’s favor and pull the bow out for opening weekend. Thanks again for the feedback. I have enjoyed starting my smoothie education here on the forums.

I suspect you won’t have any trouble finding a load that will work at close range. I’d give it a try if you can find some caps.

 

[ElDiablo]

I don’t know what you’re shooting but did you consider a MagSpark to use 209s or a musket cap nipple?

 

[SwittersDownEast]

I don’t know what you’re shooting but did you consider a MagSpark to use 209s or a musket cap nipple?

it’s an Ardesa .54 caliber/28 gauge. I have a ton of 209s for my T/C. I now have to start researching what a MagSpark is. I assume it’s a conversion of some kind. Back to research mode!!

 

[Harleysboss]

A mag spark adapter replaces the #11 nipple. It's an enclosed system that screws in where your existing nipple goes. It uses a 209 primer. I haven't changed my sidelocks to them but it's in the short term plan. When you start loading and shooting your smoothbore remember its not a 3.5 " magnum. Less powder more lead. If you try the skychief loading, follow it exactly as prescribed.

 

[ElDiablo]

it’s an Ardesa .54 caliber/28 gauge. I have a ton of 209s for my T/C. I now have to start researching what a MagSpark is. I assume it’s a conversion of some kind. Back to research mode!!

https://www.warrencustomoutdoor.com/mag-spark.html

 

[SwittersDownEast]

https://www.warrencustomoutdoor.com/mag-spark.html

Awesome.! And seems to be very affordable. Any idea what size I would need for my Ardesa?

 

[ElDiablo]

Awesome.! And seems to be very affordable. Any idea what size I would need for my Ardesa?

I suspect it would be m6x1 but you’d need to verify that. Maybe someone else here knows. (That’s my guess based on the fact that Ardesa is a Spanish company and produces the Traditions guns.)

 

[eekjellander]

Awesome.! And seems to be very affordable. Any idea what size I would need for my Ardesa?

Call and ask ,he is very knowledgeable on thread sizes/Ed

 

[SwittersDownEast]

Call and ask ,he is very knowledgeable on thread sizes/Ed

Really appreciate all the feedback and assistance!

 

[michiganmuzzy]

Really appreciate all the feedback and assistance!

So- I just an acquired a smoothbore that I was hoping to Turkey hunt with this weekend. However I am having trouble finding #11 percussion caps. Even if I could afford to buy 1000 of them (which I really can’t, as I am having to buy EVERYTHING to get started- to this point I’ve only used an inline muzzleloader for deer hunting- such as powder measure, shot card, fiber wads, nipples wrench, shot etc.) I can’t get them shipped here in time to pattern the gun and hunt. I’m in Eastern, North Carolina. anyone know where I can find a single tin of #11 caps somewhere close to me? Yea- I realize the desparte nature of this post - so be easy on me

Have you read the thread about using the plastic toy gun caps from a dollar store?
https://www.modernmuzzleloader.com/threads/caps-at-the-dollar-store.56837/

 

[smokepolehall]

If you have a Cabela's n or Bass Pro store close to you, they usually will have perc. caps in the 10 count tins. They are a bit high on price but that seems to be life for us now

 

[UndeadPoet]

Also, might check out Academy Sports (depending on your location).