Ok I have just bought a repoduction .58 smoothbore percusion musket.

All I have is the gun and blackpowder storage box but intend to try Pyrodex or 777 first then put in for the paperwork for Blackpowder.

What do I need to fire it first as a shotgun load then latter on a range patched ball?

Also what cleaning equipment do I need the ram rod has a thread on one end or am I better off getting a dedicated cleaning rod?

Can Pyrodex or 777 be bought mail order if not any suppliers near me?

Any advice would be welcome.

James.