This summer the NMLRA was delighted to hear that Ripley County, where the NMLRA has been based since 1942, would be installing a sign outside the NMLRA “Rand House” Museum. The sign states, “Chartered in 1993 in Ohion and Purchased their first land here from Wilkie...
What is the best load for a Lyman Great Plains Flintlock in 54 Cal, 1:60 Twist | Ask the Experts
Best ball&patch load for a Lyman Great Plains flintlock in 54cal. 1:60 twist — Jim Price Here are some of the most informative comments from the post. Jeff N. “Mine loves 80 grs of FFFG and a pillow ticked .530 RB. “ Terry P. “I used a .535 ball with .018 patch...
Top 10 things you need to know about your new Muzzleloader
If, like many of us Santa brought you a new Muzzleloader or muzzleloader kit, you’ll be spending the next few weekends tinkering with it. This list is brought to you courtesy of the NMLRA Facebook group to give you the best tips and tricks to break in your new...
Longhunter Society Scorers Directory Online Now
Don't miss your chance to be in the Muzzleloading Big Game Record Books! We've updated our site to include a directory of our Longhunter Society scorers in the US & Canada. Find a scorer in your area today Be sure to follow the NMLRA online: Muzzle Blasts on...
How to Load a Muzzleloader
We wanted to bring this illustration out from the Muzzle Blasts Magazine archives. Commissioned in 2015, we’d like to thank Larry Small for illustrating this great diagram. How to load a Muzzleloader Make sure the bore is dry by using a ramrod with a cleaning jig and...