900 yard muzzle loading shooting challenge

[@spottydog4477]

In my fifteen years on youtube, I've never heard anyone address their audience as 'ladies and gentlemen'..how classy is this guy

[@magyarninetysix9821]

Hungarian people are cultured and have natural class. They’re fantastic.

[@TheLoxxxton]

I think it is wonderfull to see a shooter explaining and guiding towards the art of shooting. So many American channels are aggressive stupid and revolve around biggest bullet fastest relode hardest hitting ! No idea about the art and science of this gentle art. Thank you sir

[@capandball]

Thanks for the good words!

[@MasterFatness]

I was literally browsing around for newly uploaded muzzleloading videos, and then behold, an old acquaintance delivers once again. With a long range shooting video to boot. Not a whole lot of long range black powder content around. I hope this becomes a new trend!

[@archangele1]

Shooting at 900 yards is not easy with even a modern rifle with a scope. Using iron sights and a black powder rifle at that range is really impressive. I have a couple reproduction black powder rifles and they are accurate but nothing like the one you used in this video. What amazes me is how many original black powder guns you use in your videos. Where I am in the USA, original, non reproduction black powder guns are very expensive. Thanks for the great black powder firearm videos.

[@jamierodg1]

Your videos got my wife and I interested in Hungary, we just had our first trip to Budapest and it was extraordinary. The thing that impressed us most was the amazing enthusiasm of Hungarian people. Everyone was so nice to us and the food was incredible. Looking for our next location in Hungary if anyone has a suggestion. BTW, if I try to shoot you at 900 meters with my American 1826 flintlock plain's rifle, you are probably safe. The front sight is the size of a truck at 900 meters!

[@turankettes]

Greetings! Glad you enjoyed it here :) if you’re intro gastronomy, I’d recommend the countryside too, especially around wine regions: Tokaj, Eger, Badacsony, Szekszárd or Villány. You can spend weeks wandering around these parts, autonomously or in organized tours.

[@bomaniigloo]

Amazing what happens when your government actually cares about its people.

[@glossymouse7712]

​@@bomaniiglooKinda ironic saying that about Hungary.

[@drewbarker8504]

It’s been so fantastic watching your journey! 900 yards is quite the distance to shoot with a peep sight, so it will be great to see how you improve as time goes on!

[@matteoorlandi856]

This year in May i had my First experience with black powder. A friend landed me his Brown bess replica with historically accurate cartridges and i took part in a match, of curse scoring last because... But It dosen't matter, i was so thrilled by that experience that i started researching and now i cast my bullets, craft my cartridges and i'm ready to go! What a wonderful world the black powder Is.

[@timpope1221]

I don't think I have ever viewed a more steady barrel while you are holding the rifle , there doesn't appear to be any barrel movement, its as if you were shooting from a bench...truly incredible skill !

[@user-oz1fd1hz9d]

In my opinion the best muzzle loading and old time cartridge channel out there. Well worthy of support.

[@mauer594]

Always a good day when Capandball uploads in beautiful hunglish language.

[@Wow22109]

Watching this kind of shooting videos are so peaceful, including the hunting. It is really an art, taking the time with delicate measures. I really hope that your channel grows to be bigger

[@waynerobinson2656]

I have been shooting my Gibbs about 15 yrs now and enjoy the challenge of BP long range shooting. Enjoy the journey… Happy Holidays from South Carolina.

[@anglerjj3089]

hitting that stamp on 900 yards 😱 with a muzzleloader, unbelievable, and impressing. I think, I would have a hard time to hit such a target at that distance with my modern hunting rifle, and a bullet out of my Zouave Rifle probably wouldn't even fly that far

[@johnmarshall2631]

the first 40 seconds is a summary of why I love this channel honestly

[@ditzydoo4378]

Historical Creedmoor / Wimbledon / Camp Perry match shooting is such a sight to behold...

[@MrBillinoregon]

Balázs, this is simply a magnificent summary of long-range black powder shooting, and thank you so much for bringing your infectious enthusiasm to KZbin once again.

[@napalmholocaust9093]

You sir, are a gentleman, a scholar, and your generosity is only exceeded by your intelligence.

[@fredford7642]

Thank you for a very good video. Most people think that muzzle loaders are only good for 100-200 ( max ) meters, you are showing us that there are other possibilities. Thank you again!

[@michaelhrivnak1719]

Superb video! And very inspiring. I normally detest punching holes in targets these days. But you are bringing this BACK to an entirely new level! And with class. Bravo sir! You certainly made my day.

[@Bayan1905]

Read up on the story of Jack Hinson, he was a 61 year old Tennessee man who became a Confederate sniper. He had a rifle, which still exists after being passed down through family and friends, that is essentially a style of a Kentucky rifle with a very heavy 41-inch long .50 caliber barrel with a rate of twist that allowed him to shoot Minie and conical bullets. They know where Hinson was firing from on a bluff to hit the men on the Union gunboats he was aiming at on the Tennessee River that they know and have ranged out to anywhere from 300-400 yards. What's more impressive was that the sights on his rifle were nothing more than a small blade front and a V-notch buckhorn rear. The rifle though weighs some 10 plus pounds and has double set triggers. I know playing around here with my Traditions Kentucky rifle which has 1:66 rifling and is far from a target rifle, I play with it out to 125 yards, which is as far as our local range goes, I can regularly shoot dead center on silhouette targets with nothing more than a patched roundball. I think people have gotten into this mindset that muzzleloaders are short range 100-200 yards guns and that's it.

[@redneck4741]

I personally have a pedersoli whitworth rifle. Getting the correct parts in the states is very complicated but with persistence and success I will be shooting this masterpiece sometime this summer. Black power fascinates me and I have been shooting it for 6 years now and enjoy the art. This video is extremely educational and valuable to black powder enthusiasts. Thank you

[@Rumblestrip]

Very nice. Long range shooting, even with modern smokeless arms isnt easy, but it is VERY rewarding when your scoring hits regardless of arm. Lol ive done 700 yards with a 385 grain hollow base with a 50 caliber flintlock just to make a point. Lol musta been 20 shooters on the range that day. They all stopped to watch when i came to the line... More than a few were impressed that day. Lol modern production kentucky long rifle. I know the excitement well. You contained it very well lol

[@CrypidLore]

Always a good day with a capandball video!

[@louisbailey4900]

After years of shooting inlines,I found this channel,and found true love with cap and ball. Now...it's cap and ball,or I won't shoot at all.

[@larrypietrangelo702]

Merry Christmas to you from the US love your video I have a 4570 Marlin even though they makes the lighter 405 grain I prefer the original Winchester load of 500 and black powder if you could do a series of a 600 grain bullet that would be totally awesome there is a gentleman out there 600 Bullet at 1400 feet per second I believe from 18 and a half inch barrel Marlin good shooting

[@hamm6035]

Another 45/70 fan boy. 🙂 My favorite of the big 3 is a Pedersoli Remington Rolling Block. 34gr of 4198 and a 405gr projectile. Best distance was 500yds at a 30gal drum painted lime green with lime green carpenters chalk on top. A great day, tons of fun. I took my Sharps and Marlin 1895. The Remington won. Hahaha I still love my BP but gramps is not as steady as I used to be. 😎

[@coltonhubbard113]

I'm very pleased to see your work and enthusiasm for long range muzzleloader shooting. You are an inspiration to those of us who are also trying to start in this realm of traditional target shooting.

[@darkoflight4938]

Fantastic! Your wonderful videos are just getting better! Keep up the good work! Greetings from Sweden.

[@ivogarza9339]

Thanks for the video. Lot of things in the loading that I hadn't thought of in trying to push my 40 cal. out to 600 yards. Something about shooting now and hearing the gong seconds later.

[@anomalyp8584]

6:14 that was absolutely an amazing shot! You can track the bullet so clearly!

[@paraplegichistoricalsports5700]

Sir you are an inspiration. Thank you for all your hard work and sharing your cool videos.

[@hoosierdaddy2308]

Love this channel. Yes, even with modern firearms it's difficult to make a shot with open sights at that range. Everything that effects the bullets flight path must be taken into consideration.

[@Zorglub1966]

This laughter! It's infectious! Every time, it doesn't fail, I laugh at the same time!

[@aussieshootandhuntadventur4973]

I’m glad u quoted feet per second usually I have to pause the vid and calculate 👌

[@davemcmahon8140]

Re discovered your channel and absolutely love it! I'm learning little things each time I watch your Vid's. Thank you.

[@draconian6692]

Thanks for puttin things in freedom units. Much appreciated

[@tylersarmsandantiques2877]

Sir Joseph Whitworth has entered the room

[@jamierodg1]

Blackpowder gets in your blood and it's addictive, coming up on my 45th year of it! Beautiful video, 'chacun a son truc!"

[@capandball]

Well said!

[@jeffreygraf3358]

It has been a joy to watch your progression from close range now to very long range shooting. Keep it going!

[@fancyultrafresh3264]

Very excited to see where this takes you. What a delightful new avenue to test your skill.

[@bendean4255]

Your back. We missed you.

[@lonestarprepper0156]

Outstanding. Never knew such performance could be obtained with BP. Your channel is one that got me started shooting BP. Thank you.

[@billskinner623]

This is great. I've been doing Black Powder Cartridge Rifle shooting. If you get interested, use a drop tube to load the case. Learning that little trick tightened up my groups a great deal. I have used paper patched but really didn't notice much of an improvement over a properly sized bullet that was well lubed with a seasoned bore. My bullet lube is beeswax and rendered tallow. About 70/30.

[@capandball]

Dear Bill, I also reload 45/70 with BP for my rolling block. If I am safely on target at 1000y with my ML rifle, next step is the Rolling Block.

[@657449]

Outstanding video! At my age, getting into and out of the prone position will require helpers. One problem of using the advice of the old timers is that the materials they used in the 19th century were changed over time. Paper and cloth patching is not the same due to manufacturing changes. Sperm Whale Oil was used in lamps, in locomotive steam cylinder oil and early car transmissions. Not any more.

[@eco-beehive]

Very cool. Look forward to hearing how you get on and the guys going along with your ride.

[@bobrobertson2090]

Awesome shooting I'm an American viewer I love watching your videos again I will be following this as you travel along this road.

[@Music-kz9ol]

I use nuclear medicine containers to make my bullets, I’m not sure of the compensation of the alloy, but it is slightly lighter and harder than alloy #2. I also paper patch the bullets

[@franciswashack89]

As I am getting my supply together to do some long range shooting today, this video pops up ! Excellent !

[@jarkoer]

900 yards with a muzzle loader? What foul black magic is this?! I feel so inadequate....

[@roydocherty8899]

What a fascinating video and what an engaging and educational personality you are Sir. Please know that your video was much appreciated by myself and wife in Australia. Indeed I pulled down my replica Kentucky long rifle from the loungeroom wall after your video and fired off the first cap in thirty years to her amusement.

[@cameronmccreary4758]

Very nice technology for keeping track of the shots. If you went back in time with today's arrangement to the people who built the rifle, they would probably wonder what all the extra equipment was.

[@Sport--willow]

That right there my friend is some good shooting. It's a pleasure to follow you on your black powder journey.

[@frydemwingz]

I love the sound of all black powder guns, it might be my favorite part overall of shooting them. They are so much more throaty and impressive to hear. Also, ive noticed that actual black powder somehow sounds different in all of my guns compared to bp substitute. I can't really explain that, but it is different.

[@christinamichelle2830]

I think BP shooting is more challenging and rewarding than centerfire rifle is. Using primitive reproductions or antique arms and no optics like scopes to do the job means that the shooter must have refined his/her skills. I love your channel!

[@capandball]

Exactly my point of view! Well said!

[@daveyjoweaver6282]

I’ve enjoyed this long range shooting so much and it looks like great fun and good friends as well! I also say Good Shootin! Your rifle is a Beauty and even on this iPad screen it’s quality is seen clearly. Thank You So Much and Many Blessings! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

[@bobbabcock3847]

Outstanding channel and new direction

[@rajeshjungxettri9403]

First Comment From Nepal lots of love from Nepal Brother keep it up

[@leadshark9461]

Excellent shooting. Excellent video. Excellent channel.

[@smsfte4699]

What was the best long range rifle if the US Civil War? Was it the Whitworth Rifle which a few Confederates had, or those heavy target rifles some of the Union Sharpshooters had?

[@loetzcollector466]

I'm glad to see you back! I think I had that identical Tweed vest and dark green. I wear it with my 1918 motorcycle driving outfit I wear on an unusual electric bike.

[@britishmuzzleloaders]

What a great video. Fantastic documentation of your journey. I'd echo what you said about David and "Research Press" as well. Thanks for taking us along! Can you remind me of what kind of rifling your rifle has?

[@capandball]

Hi Rob, thanks for the good words! The rifle is a commercial small bore volunteer rifle. No maker name unfortunately. Lock is made by Joseph Brazier, rifling is standard Rigby rifling.

[@putnro01]

@@capandball @britishmuzzleloaders I'm having trouble getting David and Research Press to come up in my search, do you have a go-to link for such information?

[@capandball]

@@putnro01 www.researchpress.co.uk/

[@bjglover5794]

I just love your enthusiasm and the work that you are doing keep it up!

[@mmouse1886]

Thanks for the Birthday present Cap! Best thing I can ask for!

[@capandball]

Happy birthday!

[@mmouse1886]

@@capandball Thank you!

[@artemisfowl7191]

Major General John Sedgewick was cut down by rebel sharpshooters at about that sort of range, not only did a sharpshooter land a shot at that range, but the bullet struck Sedgewick in the head. Sedgewick is most famous because among his last words were "They couldn't hit an elephant at this distance" shortly before he was shot in the face.

[@charlesmckinley29]

Thank you for sharing your journey.

[@warskye5686]

Out standing shot Sir.

[@flintandball6093]

I'm currently working on shooting my pedersoli missouri river out further (not 900 yards though). I just put on a Lee Shaver PH front sight and a Lyman 57 SML tang peep. Struggling with elevation, think I need a good shim under the tang peep. Keep up the good work, very inspiring.

[@capandball]

By the way Lee Shaver is an icon! Recently he scored 100% at 1000y with his own built ML rifle, beating breech loading BPCR rifles.

[@chasetower6773]

Thanks again

[@johnnybagofdoughnuts4193]

Genuinely fascinating topic

[@timothysvec8568]

Very nice video Sir. Someday,. I hope that you will be able to go to the Quigley. Yes, it is a different type of rifle. But, I think you will be liking it!

[@ResearchPressUK]

Nice summary of the sport today and long range shooting history. Hopefully it will inspire others to take up the sport. Thanks for the name check and comment on my web site. David

[@capandball]

Dear David, Many thanks for the good words! Your work is a great inspiration!

[@gasmaskloner6180]

Your content is awesome plus the history and respect for it thx for the history

[@SFsc616171]

That rifle is what I know to be called a "schutzen". It is not a hunting rifle. It is a competition shooting rifle. Some used to have a hand rest coming from the bottom of the sttock, straaight down, witha nice wooden rest to fit the hand.

[@erikivarson5514]

read about some of the confederate snipers during the war of northern aggression .they made some very long distance shots using the Enfield and whitworth rifles

[@Afro408]

Now, there sits a true Blue Ninja! 🤣👏👏 Nice shooting, as always. 👍

[@usnchief1339]

Wonderful opening clip...well done!

[@ignaciasd1198]

I should be working right now... but I need to see this right now

[@mikemorse7058]

excellent narration and video

[@schergood7877]

this realy is art. thanks for your outstanding work!

[@65LB]

Yet another excellent video!

[@mr_mon-eye]

Please keep up the good work and I only hope I'll get to spectate shooting like this one day

[@jeffe.9904]

Thanks Cap, I really enjoyed the video!

[@frankgaletzka8477]

Thank you for the Video and the Chance to join your journey. Long range shooting is a thing of its own. Everything must be perfekt to Hit the target . Thank you for taking me with you Stay healthy and take care Yours Frank Galetzka

[@jimf1964]

This is very cool stuff. I’m from Canada, and much of N America, with the exception of cowboy action, is in to modern stuff. So it’s pretty rare to see this. I’m getting my first antique exposed hammer shotgun though, and an antique muzzle loader? There’s a bunch from the civil war, but they aren’t cheap, and they stuff you have is even more expensive, since we’re newer countries. We didn’t have many of those guns here. Still, fascinating to watch, and interesting to compare your accent to my wife’s Hungarian accent. 🙂

[@capandball]

My Hunglish is a trademark 😀

[@Mag_Aoidh]

I breathed along with you on that first shot!

[@bradleyhajost7161]

Thank you. This is most helpful and inspiring. 👍🏻

[@LAT-qk3vj]

Hello from Nashville TN. I just discovered your channel and subscribed 👍 Keep up the great videos!

[@stevailo]

I would love a video about how to properly paper patch a bullet. Maybe you’ve already done it and I’ve missed, but if you didn’t, I’d love to see it.

[@ihcfn]

Now that is a true labour of love!

[@TheZinmo]

I'm only here to see how crazy the angles get.

[@lolin7716]

I love old 18th century muzzleloading rifles. And the process of muzzleloading

[@WanderingShadow100]

It is always fascinated to learn how accurate the 1800s rifles could be ...very impressive !!!

[@dbrulephoto]

If you want to see what the old muzzle loaders could do back in the day, get a copy of "The Muzzle Loading Cap Lock Rifle" by Ned H. Roberts

[@Blackpowderdad]

We missed you man!

[@markstambaugh3273]

Your most interesting video yet!

[@SlickSixguns]

Great shot

[@walidqaissi9292]

great great great shot ... looooooove iron sight

[@0570965]

Good to see this, Learn something different.

[@presidentlouis-napoleonbon8889]

He's back!!

[@jeffreytinacanine5026]

Master Class as always. I'm a better BP shooter because of this channel.

[@wayned5872]

Can you still get old style clip on wheel balancing weights for vehicles? If so get those to melt for bullets its a excellent alloy of lead tin & antimony ...good luck shooting & keep it in the x -ring 😁