Quote Originally Posted by MrChipShoulder View Post
Hi,

Thank you for the info, looks like I'm all lined up for a good gun at a good price :-)

I'll get the correct ball mould, I now have a nicely growing ball mould collection !

I have these powders, I expected to be using 4Fg for pistols?
https://ibb.co/tKQTSWq

I use the 3Fg in my 50 cal Hawken.
Swiss #2 is the preferred powder for any revolver but it won't hurt to try #1. I echo Tac's comments re conicals - they just don't seem to work well.

The ROA is a well made and strong gun so enjoy. For a grin fill it right up with BP (won't be hugely accurate but it will put a smile on your face).

Small warning. Be careful that the arbor pin retainer is in the locked position before ramming. Quite a few folk have attempted ramming with the arbor pin unlocked - it allows the arbor pin to move forwards a little and then bends it, usually at the locking notch. Usually it can be straightened again but I guess there is a limit to the number of times you could get away with that. Don't ask me how I know