Looks great... It appears to be a lot like the Thompson Center Scout pistol.

 

I just checked my library for a book. No luck. I will try a google search. OK this Lyman's manual looks good. Perhaps print it out and study it.

http://pdf.textfiles.com/manuals/FIREARMS/lyman_blackpowder.pdf

I see there are a lot of you tube videos. You can see the basics and some tools of the trade in action.

Casting bullets and shooting muzzle loaders are two subjects. Maybe forget the casting for now. Round balls are cheap enough.

A potential shopping list, this is a paraphernalia intensive sport:

1. I would buy 100 round balls. You can read the size on the mould.

2. Cleaning patches are ok for patches. Size??? Hmmm. Probably an inch around. You can lube by hand it is safe stuff.

3. I prefer, real black powder. I am sure you can find Goex FFF. I guess, a 40 grain load might do. Maybe try 30/35/40/45/50 for starter. Nothing critical for safety but trial and error for clean and accurate. You probably dont need power, you are not hunting.

4. A ram rod with a built in ball starter.

5. A measure, of some sort. Might be nice to have a brass adjustable (telescoping type) You need to do a lot of trial and error shooting.

6. A cva owners manual would be good if you can find one. They may have good starter loads and also tell you if they have the twist for heavier bullets. Also disassembly instructions.

What is that model? Is that really a cva?? I never saw one like that before!

You might do well to find a web site that specializes in the subject.

 

I've got a Lyman four cavity mold, and have plenty of raw lead. I'm an experienced in casting for pistol.
As I said, I've got some Goex FFF that I'll probably start with. I measure by weight, then find the volume? Right? I've a couple of Ohaus scales.

You might need a nipple wrench or means of removing the nipple for cleaning or or replacement or if the gun fails to fire. I guess, it depends how the breach is designed.

Good Idea. I think I have one, somewhere for my NAA Companion. I'll check to see if they're compatible. If not, I'll procure one.

If your cleaning patches get cut up when using them as the bullet patch, check the second hand stores for old linen napkins. They old up better than anything else.

I've got a supply of linen.

Thanks y'all. I'll be sure to check out some YOUTube videos.

 

You might need a nipple wrench or means of removing the nipple for cleaning or or replacement or if the gun fails to fire. I guess, it depends how the breach is designed.

 

If your cleaning patches get cut up when using them as the bullet patch, check the second hand stores for old linen napkins. They old up better than anything else.

 

Like Old Dan Tucker

I'm late for supper but that is a copy of the Tingle target pistol. Load is probably 30 grains. You can google it under that name.