What precautions can be taken to prevent “chain firing”?
Chain firing occurs when the fire from the revolver chamber being fired ingnites the charges in surrounding chambers. This can be an unnerving and potentially dangerous occurrence. The use of over-sized balls in loading the revolver lessens the chance of chain firing to a certain degree. However, to completely seal the chambers we recommend the use of a wad or sealing with a thin layer of lube after the ball is loaded. Wonder Wads, which are pre-lubed work well, as does Hogdon’s Spit Ball. These products, which are available from Dixie, not only act to seal the chambers, but also help to reduce fouling. • How can I prevent percussion caps from falling off the nipples on my cap and ball revolver? It is not uncommon for percussion caps to fit loosely on the nipple. This can be remedied by trying a smaller size percussion cap such as a #10 (smaller than #11) or pinching the caps to achieve a tight fit. • What size round ball should I use in my muzzleloader? The following chart should be h
