[rescue] Accidentally destroying hardware..

[Chad Fernandez]

George,

When you say smokeless, do you mean the black powder substitutes,
available now?  I thought "smokeless" was what was in shells, and black
powder is what is used in muzzle loaders?  Do some shells use black
powder?

Chad

George Adkins wrote:

> *Note to spectators* for safety reasons, never use modern smokeless
> ammunition in older Damascus barrels.  Someone may tell you that exceptions
> can be made, but I say let them be the ones to lose an eye, or a hand, or
> their life...  and besides, why risk ruining such a beautiful work of art!
> 
> George

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Chad Fernandez
Michigan, USA