Muzzleloader newbie asks what powder increment for load test?

[sonny from st. louis]

One thing I will add, make sure of your rifle's maximum powder charge. It is the rifle manufacture's responsibility to determine this charge (liability insurance) and not the consumer. I have a Cabela's Hawken rifle and the max charge is 100 grV per the owners manual where some sources show 120 grV. If the owners manual is not available, the powder companies can help determine this charge. From a range officers point of view, so many shooters depend on mouth to mouth transfer of data which can be dangerous. I recommend contacting the powder company for help.