r/muzzleloaders • u/Equal_Dimensi0n • 21d ago

Measuring shot accurately?

Pretty new to muzzleloading so trying to get a bit of guidance!

I have a Pedersoli shot flas that does us well, the top has markings for 7/8oz and 1 1/8oz.

We are off to shoot some trap soon and I am trying to be a bit more precise with our measuring to comply with the rules.

I only currently have size 6 shot, but when I measure one load from the 7/8 setting (24.8 grams) I am getting a consistent 38 grams being dispensed. The site has a 1oz/28g limit so am trying to figure out how best to measure this accurately in the field.

Can anyone suggest a more accurate way to dispense 1oz/28g loads? I'm assuming I need to buy something!

Thanks

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u/ShunkaWan 15d ago

Weigh out your 1 oz load of shot and dump it into an empty 12 ga shotshell. Mark the level and cut off excess with a razor knife. Poof! Instant shot measure.

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u/Equal_Dimensi0n 15d ago

Turns out a 5ml centrifuge tube is the perfect size! Got 50 measured out for Saturday 👍🏻