Hello craigd.

Thanks for the reply.

Today I tested a slightly reduced load of 42.5g H4895 with 380g paper-patch bullets. Average velocity was 1275 fps with very easy case extraction. Cases fired with this load were also easily re-inserted into the chamber.

At this velocity the bullet has 1425 ft/lbs of energy at the muzzle, and retains 1200 ft/pounds out at 100 yds. This should be plenty for the "Wiley Wisconsin Whitetail".

Three years ago I bagged a nice "Button Buck" with my Alex Henry 450-3-1/4 BPE.

I love taking these old wariors for a walk.


How to Hunt Wisconsin Whitetail Deer with a Cannon