I just inherited a CVA Traditional Muzzle loader for my HAM Javilina hunt in February. Unfortunately I know nothing about them, but I am excited to go out and shoot it.
1. It says Connecticut Valley Arms .50 cal, so as I googled it CVA came up. How do I know how old this gun is?
2. Wife’s Grandpa won it at a school auction back in the day and doesn't know anything about it either. I think that’s why he gave it to me.
3. I only have the gun, no supplies with it.
4. Where can I buy Black Powder? I know that Pyrodex is easier to find, but would rather shoot the Black Powder.
5. How do I know what size bullet should I buy? I know it’s a .50cal but i have heard there are different size bullets for the .50cal.
6. What size patches do I need to buy?
7. Does anyone have extra supplies they would be willing to sell?
8. It uses primers, not a flint lock. What size primers do i need to buy?