What safety precautions should be taken when shooting black powder firearms?
• Use only blackpowder or replica black powder in muzzleloaders. • Treat every gun as if it were loaded. • Be sure of your target before firing. • Be sure your gun is in firing condition before you pull the trigger. • Treat a misfire or failure to fire with extreme caution. • Make sure your gun is unloaded before you store it and store the gun, powder and caps separately. • Protect your eyes and ears while shooting. • Never smoke while loading, shooting or handling black powder or replica black powder. • Never drink alcoholic beverages before or while shooting. • Use common sense at all times.
