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When Blackhorn Powder was first available for purchase, folks shooting the pictured plug (encore/omega) went out, and shot it without problem. Many unaware that there were ignition difficulties when using the powder. Using the plug one experienced 100% ignition in all kind of weather, and using any shotgun primer. One could hunt in -15° weather, and never notice any problem. One never thought about using tight sabot, or tight fitting bullets, or compressing powder. One loaded their rifle as one always had. Diligently cleaning the flame channel wasn't deemed necessary; ignition was perfect even when the channel was carboned down to 1/16" diameter.
However for some, a problem igniting Blackhorn a problem appeared. Problem breech plug photo follow:
Many experienced no ignition issues using the pictured plugs, however many experienced ignition issues at the most inopportune time. Western Powders experienced a glut of phone calls informing them their powder didn't work. Solutions were sought; recommendations were made. These initial recommendations led to the myths of today.
A grassroots solution appeared, and is pictured below:
The pictured plugs copy the Omega plug, and work just as well as the Omega plug, bringing happiness to many. Western Powders then, also copied the Omega plug. This new plug worked as well as the Omega plug, and brought happiness to many.
These days far, and away; most Blackhorn ignition problems, are maintenance issues, or ignorance issues. Merry Christmas.