45 cal Sabot Question.....

dave19113 said:

bigbore442001 said:

What kind of shotshell primer did you use? I believe Blackhorn recommends Federal magnums. I bought a container of magnum primers and never had a problem. Also, as others pointed out, did you check the flash hole of the breech plug.

I shoot BH out of a TC Contender barrel. The breech plug is over 2 inches long since the barrel has to step down to accommodate the frame of the Contender. I triple check that long flash hole before and after a shooting session as well as when I get ready to hunt.

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I always used fed209a shotgun primers without a problem. I might need the magnums. After I try a different sabot or two that will be my next attempt.


As for the flash hole I gotta admit I didnt check to see if it was clear. I popped 2 primers before loading then just loaded it up.... That could of been an issue too...

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sqezer said:

GM54-120 said:

How is it that numerous people shoot BH209 and easy loading PowerBelts and even ive shot 460gr-488gr easy loading conicals with hardly a hickup? Ive also shot the 300gr PB 45cal without the slightest hint of ignition lag.

IMO a tight fitting projectile is only a small part of the answer and will not always ensure ignition. MY ULA for example loads sabots easy and ignites powders with even higher ignition temps than BH209 with authority.

I believe the solution to the vast majority of BH209 ignition issues lies in the breach plug.

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Did I read this correctly or my eyes playing tricks on me. :d'oh!: oke:

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dave19113 said:

Got to put some rounds down range with the CVA. Used the crush ribbed green and 300 gr XTP's that I always used in my TC. Had zero problems with ignition.

I did notice that the Fed 209A primers were a tad loose or should I say non snug fitting in the BH209 CVA breech plug. So are some SG primers tighter than other as far as fit (I dont have any other primers to compare to)

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ShawnT said:

dave19113 said:

Got to put some rounds down range with the CVA. Used the crush ribbed green and 300 gr XTP's that I always used in my TC. Had zero problems with ignition.

I did notice that the Fed 209A primers were a tad loose or should I say non snug fitting in the BH209 CVA breech plug. So are some SG primers tighter than other as far as fit (I dont have any other primers to compare to)

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Yup look at the chart Squeeze posted a link too. You might also want to get the shim kit for the CVA firing pin bushing too. It will help adjust the headspace.

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