MEASURES AND WEIGHTS. 



Number of shot pellets each size in one ounce: 



11 



Percussion caps are numbered from 5 to 14. The sizes 

 run with the numbers from 5 small to 14 large. Larger than 

 14 are musket. There is no standard size to the grain of 

 powder. Each mill make their own sized grains. When 

 numbered they usually run from I fine to 6 coarse. When 

 Bettered, from extra fine, Fg, IFfif to IIFg coarse. 



For shotguns No. 3 or FFg gives the highest velocity 

 and best penetration, with the same amount. The recoil is 

 slightly greater than coarser. 



Restoring Unserviceable Powder. When powder has 

 been damaged by being stored in damp places, it loses its 

 strength and requires to be worked over. If the .quantity 

 of water absorbed does not exceed 7 per cent, it is sufficient, 

 if it is dried, to restore it to service. This is done by 

 exposing it to the sun. 



When powder has absorbed more than 7 per cent, of 

 water it is worthless, unless worked over at some powder 

 mill. 



