Question

Which of the following describes safe handling of a muzzleloader? Wear eye and ear protection when shooting a muzzleloader. Load a muzzleloader with several charges at a time. Prime a muzzleloader well before firing. Blow down the muzzle to clear powder residue.

Answer 1

Prime a muzzleloader well before firing.

Answer 2

The correct answer is C) Prime a muzzleloader well before firing.

The option that describes safe handling of a muzzleloader is "prime a muzzleloader well before firing."

A muzzleloader is an old fire weapon in the form of a rifle. This firearm is loaded from the open end. Today, muzzleloading is a sport where participants shoot a target. It began in the 1930s as a way to preserve the tradition of muzzleloaders. When handling this weapon you have to be very cautious because powder can cause you serious damage.