Number 10 Percussion Caps Near Me

Number 10 Percussion Caps Near Me

Black-powder enthusiasts rightly demand positive ignition, and nobody makes it better than Remington percussion caps. They come in traditional 100-count tins and economical 5,000-count cases.

The percussion cap is a sensitive explosive compound that ignites the main charge of black powder in your firearm’s barrel. These small, metallic caps are made from brass or copper and contain a tiny amount of fulminate of mercury. When struck smartly by the hammer of a revolver, they explode, creating a spark that ignites the black powder inside the gun’s chamber number 10 percussion caps for sale.

Compared to flintlocks, percussion guns are much simpler and faster to load. They also have a quicker lock time, and the percussion cap is easier to set off with a single blow. The only drawback of this type of gun is that it requires a different type of primer, which can be difficult to find and expensive to buy in bulk.

CCI’s #10 percussion caps are fabricated from modern non-corrosive, non-mercuric priming compounds and assembled in soft, ribbed copper cups that match standard nipple sizes. They’re also continuously tested and improved, so today’s CCI percussion primers are more sensitive, easier to seat and more compatible with progressive and automated loading equipment than ever before.

The percussion caps that we sell are suitable for use with all types of black powder revolvers, as well as muzzleloaders and other vintage firearms. They’re often used for reenactments and other historical events. Before using them, be sure to follow all safe precautions. It’s important to keep them in a cool, dry place to prevent moisture buildup. Also, never store them near a heat source or open flame.