New Blackhorn 209 Quick Loader

I picked up a few of them the other day for an upcoming muzzy hunt. Haven't received them yet. I'll load them up and use them at the range to get the motion of using them before I am in the field.
 
I just received mine......they are slick! Hard to believe there could be a major breakthrough is something as simple as a speed loader but these will become the gold standard....haha.

I bought my buddy a set too.

Thanks for the heads up GunCarver.
 
Just received a set in the mail. Pretty dang sweet & should make a follow up shot, if needed... a bit easier & quicker. Thx GC!
 
I just received one of the Cedar Mountain Quick Loaders.

Here are my initial thoughts on this speed loader. It appears very well made with tight tolerances and quality materials. I’m a fan of the color which will make it harder to loose. The powder tubes fit very tightly into the loader and there is a small silicon-type sealing pad on the loader that appears to seal the powder tube quite well. Total length is about 4.5 inches. The funnel barrel is 3” long with an OD of .377” and an ID of .254”. The bullet compartment has a small removable piece of foam in the bottom that cushions the bullet and “pops” the bullet (in this case a 300 gr TC in a MMP sabot) up for easy access when the cap is opened. The cap is tight and well-fitting soft rubber with a keeper loop. The hinge/pivot screw appears to be aluminum. It fits well and is easy to remove.

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To minimally test water resistance, I submerged the unit under about 3” of water for 1 hour. No signs of water penetrating the powder tube or bullet chamber were noted.

I then placed it in the freezer at -8 degrees for an hour and then tested it for function or brittleness. Worked fine. The only thing I noticed is that the rubber cap for the bullet compartment was slightly looser.

The obvious wear point is the silicon pad that seals the powder chamber. There is some noticeable wear on it after having opened and closed it about 50 times. Time will tell if that wears to the point that the powder chamber is no longer waterproof.

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I’m really not sure why they are advertising these for Blackhorn 209 - they will work with any powder. The tube will comfortably hold more than 120 gr by volume. The powder flowed out quickly - I timed it at approximately 1.3 seconds.

Will it eleminate the need for a funnel with a brake? Depends on the brake. Maybe maybe not.

For me the advantages of this loader are no-spill and that I can load powder and bullet without looking, which should allow me to keep eyes on the animal. I’ll be field testing in the next few days.
 
I just received one of the Cedar Mountain Quick Loaders.

Here are my initial thoughts on this speed loader. It appears very well made with tight tolerances and quality materials. I’m a fan of the color which will make it harder to loose. The powder tubes fit very tightly into the loader and there is a small silicon-type sealing pad on the loader that appears to seal the powder tube quite well. Total length is about 4.5 inches. The funnel barrel is 3” long with an OD of .377” and an ID of .254”. The bullet compartment has a small removable piece of foam in the bottom that cushions the bullet and “pops” the bullet (in this case a 300 gr TC in a MMP sabot) up for easy access when the cap is opened. The cap is tight and well-fitting soft rubber with a keeper loop. The hinge/pivot screw appears to be aluminum. It fits well and is easy to remove.

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To minimally test water resistance, I submerged the unit under about 3” of water for 1 hour. No signs of water penetrating the powder tube or bullet chamber were noted.

I then placed it in the freezer at -8 degrees for an hour and then tested it for function or brittleness. Worked fine. The only thing I noticed is that the rubber cap for the bullet compartment was slightly looser.

The obvious wear point is the silicon pad that seals the powder chamber. There is some noticeable wear on it after having opened and closed it about 50 times. Time will tell if that wears to the point that the powder chamber is no longer waterproof.

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I’m really not sure why they are advertising these for Blackhorn 209 - they will work with any powder. The tube will comfortably hold more than 120 gr by volume. The powder flowed out quickly - I timed it at approximately 1.3 seconds.

Will it eleminate the need for a funnel with a brake? Depends on the brake. Maybe maybe not.

For me the advantages of this loader are no-spill and that I can load powder and bullet without looking, which should allow me to keep eyes on the animal. I’ll be field testing in the next few days.
Is yours the regular size? I shoot 122gr by weight out of my rifle and it looks like the magnums would be a few grains short if they hold 160gr by volume. Curious how much more they hold then published?
Also, how bad do they static up?
 
122 grW is only about 155 grV depending on the lot of BH209 you’re using so I would think their mag tubes would work for you.

Edit: I just measured the max these standard tubes will hold - 123 grW of lot 26. So no doubt the mag tubes will work for you.
 
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122 grW is only about 155 grV depending on the lot of BH209 you’re using so I would think their mag tubes would work for you.

Edit: I just measured the max these standard tubes will hold - 123 grW of lot 26. So no doubt the mag tubes will work for you.
Thank you! I’ll get some ordered up.
 
122 grW is only about 155 grV depending on the lot of BH209 you’re using so I would think their mag tubes would work for you.

Edit: I just measured the max these standard tubes will hold - 123 grW of lot 26. So no doubt the mag tubes will work for you.
That is a very thorough review, Diablo. Nicely done!
A couple thoughts and questions to add:
1. The large powder tubes are the same size as the muzzle-loaders.com charge tubes that they advertise as holding 160 grains. Also the same size as the CVA blue cap tubes. I tried maxing one out by volume, and I was able to fit 190 grains before I felt concerned about getting the tube cap on.
2. I wonder if they aren't advertised for other loose powders because of concern over the rubbery gasket not being adequately moisture proof for water absorbing powders over time? BH209 has an almost unlimited shelf life, and it's performance is hardly affected by moisture at all, but other powders suck up moisture like a sponge and can be greatly affected.
3. Would loose powders with fine granules like 777 get trapped between the moving components of the loader? I don't have any other loose powder to test it with.
 
I ordered a couple of them myself and they arrived today. First thing I noticed are the tight tolerances. Inserting the BH209 brand tubes is a little tough, but I really like the fact they're tight, likely won't come loose, and will keep moisture out. Once I use them I can post my thoughts again, but out of the box I really like them! I'll be taking them on my Pauns hunt, but hope I don't have to use one!!
 
2. I wonder if they aren't advertised for other loose powders because of concern over the rubbery gasket not being adequately moisture proof for water absorbing powders over time? BH209 has an almost unlimited shelf life, and it's performance is hardly affected by moisture at all, but other powders suck up moisture like a sponge and can be greatly affected.
Hard to say. They appear more than adequate for any powder. Maybe they think BH209 shooters have more disposable income and can afford $30 speed loaders! ? Which is probably true…

I tried 120 grV of 2F 777 in it and it looks like it will work just fine. I wouldn’t anticipate any issues even with 3F. Time will tell.

BTW, a lot of the other pop top tubes are not completely waterproof. Some tests on other forums have proven this. I use screw top tubes and have complete confidence in them but they are slower to reload with.
 
I decided to get set of 2, 1 for me and 1 for my brother. But it’s so late that they would have arrived after I left for Colorado. Contacted them and they added a priority mail option.
 
I am a sucker... ordered the twin pack to give my brother a set. We are hunting bull elk together mid Oct. Ordered the 5 extra tubes to get free shipping and came out ahead by $5 then ordering just the twin pack!
 
You don't reload before walking up on a downed animal?
Sure I do, But I don't need to do it with a gadget that costs over $30 shipped.

I've probably shot more critters than most with a muzzleloader (not as many as others for sure) and I can't think of one time when this gadget would have made any difference.
 
Double pack (for my Bro and I) plus a pack of extra tubes is $44 shipped. $22 each to have 3 extra loads apiece plus extra tubes.

If you buy 2 of the traditions ($10 each) plus shipping will be more than that. I have been using the 4-in-1 and they have a groove at the bottom that BH granules get stuck in. Never have liked that. Looked at the traditions but decided to go with this one.

Hey, this is not for everyone. I have done this for over 35 years and got along just fine without it. But was looking for something better and decided to try this. Also, for those just starting out, it might be just thing for them.
 
I recently picked one of these up. If you have a muzzle brake on your gun, these are the way to go. Orrrrrrrr, just make that first one count. haha
 
Got a chance to use mine In the field ( see “got it done in CO”). Even though I didn't need a follow up shot, it worked very well and I am glad I bought it. Tried several types of quick loaders and like this one the best. If they could put a place for the 209 primer, it would make it even better.
 
There is not spot that holds a 209 primer in this loader. However because of feedback they are redesigning it and it will have a 209 holder by this spring.
 
Yeah, a bit pricey for what it is, but it does like a well designed and made product. Anymore, I purposely slow down my reloading after a shot, so I can listen to the animal running through the woods.
 
I used these quickloaders this year for a follow-up shot on a buck and I think they worked well. My only two negative comments are:

1. A 209 holder needs to be incorporated into the design.
2. The silicone rubber cover for the bullet receptacle can stick to the inside of your pocket and when you pull it out to use it the cover will snag and open and cause your bullet/sabot to fall out and into your pocket.
 

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