Reworked Rolling Block

[Ironramrod]

Klaus, Welcome! I like what you did to your rolling block; nicely done. I didn't see where you mentioned the caliber of your rifle, but judging from the loads you're using it looks like a .45/70. An excellent caliber to be sure, if that is correct. As long as you asked, try increasing your powder charges for both those bullets to see if your groups get smaller for you. Most of these guns perform best w/ close to full throttle loads. I typically shoot 75 gr. Goex 2fg or KIK 2fg in the .45/70 w/ those bullets, and 80 gr. w/ a PJ money bullet or a BACO pp bullet. Try increasing some loads in 2 gr. increments and keep good records of methods and results; your rifle will tell you which load(s) it likes the best.

Your sight combination is a good one and especially for hunting. Most competition shooters prefer vernier tang sights and hooded front sights w/ interchangeable inserts w/ different sight patterns (e.g. apertures, 4 plex, pinheads, posts, etc.).

Regards

IR