Learn about the modern black powder rifle, including a round ball selection guide, how to load a muzzleloader, shooting a black powder gun, and a shooting safety guide.

In 2024, the Game Commission added Wildlife Management Units (WMU) 4A, 4D and 5A to the extended firearms antlerless season that was held Jan. 2 to 20 during flintlock season.

A black powder organization is looking to preserve flintlock rifle hunting in Pa. through a new ... 4D and 5A to the extended firearms antlerless season that was held Jan. 2 to 20 during ...

Powder is held in a "flash pan," and ignited by a wick, or match, in a movable clamp. ... 1540 - Rifling appears in firearms. 1607 - Settlers arrive in Jamestown, Virginia.