Confusion can arise from reading contemporary information concerning powder charges and muzzle loading firearms. This topic was studied by De Witt Bailey and W.S. Curtis and I have been given permission to reprint their findings on my Research Press web site:
Drams or Drachms?
Problems In The Measurement Of Gun Powder Charges Resulting From The Use Of Different Terminologies.
I hope you find it of interest.
David
Drams or Drachms?
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Drams or Drachms?
David Minshall - www.researchpress.co.uk
Firearms, long range shooting and associated history
Firearms, long range shooting and associated history