Mle 1866 Chassepot ammo test

Testing some of the Boba-straw Chassepot cartridges as seen on BlokeontheRange.
They do work as advertised, leave less fouling than other types, and are easily 10x faster to make. I was not able to get exactly the same straws he used, but close enough.
400gr .446 bullet over 70gr 1.5 Fg Swiss.

[@matthewpaulargall9102]

Very handsome gun.

[@OG_Okie_98_sooners]

Woah, that's some serious lead

[@eVVigilance]

@@OG_Okie_98_sooners 400gr for an 11mm bullet is about average. I have some 565gr (1.3 ounce) bullets I use for my Martini Henry- you feel those!

[@olympicblackpowderrifles3155]

A fun but frustrating rifle. I upgraded to a Gras

[@eVVigilance]

@@olympicblackpowderrifles3155 These Boba straw rounds take away ALL of the issues. It's literally cut tube to length, put a cap on paper tape, tape to form bottom, fill with powder and bullet, and add lube.

[@olympicblackpowderrifles3155]

Wow those were not around when i had my chassepot? Any idea where i can find a chassepot?​@eVVigilance