Federal FireStick
Federal FireStick holds its place as the most recognizable factory-loaded saboted cartridge for inline muzzleloaders by combining a pre-measured propellant column with a matched sabot and projectile for instant, consistent shots — a true plug-and-play solution for hunters who value speed and reliability. Compared with pelletized options and charge tubes, FireStick trades a higher per-round cost for unmatched convenience and minimal loading variability, making it the go-to for shooters who want factory consistency without handloading.
Preloaded ease — pocket-ready
Drop-in reliability — zero fuss
Preloaded ease — pocket-ready
Drop-in reliability — zero fuss
Review Summary
"Users praise Federal FireStick for its consistent, weather-resistant ignition and convenience as a factory-sealed ignition system, though many cite higher per-shot cost and occasional availability issues. Most long-term users find it reliable for hunting and range use."
Quick follow-ups — hunt-ready
Factory-loaded, sealed units that integrate powder and primer for fast, consistent loading.
Quick follow-ups — hunt-ready
Factory-loaded, sealed units that integrate powder and primer for fast, consistent loading.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Federal FireStick holds its place as the most recognizable factory-loaded saboted cartridge for inline muzzleloaders by combining a pre-measured propellant column with a matched sabot and projectile for instant, consistent shots — a true plug-and-play solution for hunters who value speed and reliability. Compared with pelletized options and charge tubes, FireStick trades a higher per-round cost for unmatched convenience and minimal loading variability, making it the go-to for shooters who want factory consistency without handloading.
Preloaded ease — pocket-ready
Drop-in reliability — zero fuss
Quick follow-ups — hunt-ready
Factory-loaded, sealed units that integrate powder and primer for fast, consistent loading.
Designed for modern inline muzzleloaders to deliver repeatable velocities and accuracy.
Preloaded ease — pocket-ready
Drop-in reliability — zero fuss
Quick follow-ups — hunt-ready
Factory-loaded, sealed units that integrate powder and primer for fast, consistent loading.
Designed for modern inline muzzleloaders to deliver repeatable velocities and accuracy.
$60-100 CAD
Hodgdon Triple 7 FireStar Pellets
Hodgdon Triple Seven FireStar Pellets are the market leader among pelletized pre-measured propellants, offering low-cost, consistent charges that give handloaders flexibility to tailor sabots and projectiles for specific performance goals. While not a sealed factory cartridge like FireStick, FireStar pellets deliver superior economy and versatility for shooters who prioritize adjustable ballistics and lower per-shot expense over the instant convenience of factory-loaded rounds.
Pellet dosing — no guesswork
Clean-burning — less scrub
Pellet dosing — no guesswork
Clean-burning — less scrub
Review Summary
"Hodgdon Triple Seven FireStar pellets are widely regarded as very reliable, consistent primers with excellent shelf life and dependable ignition across conditions; a minority report occasional hangfires if improperly seated. Overall long-term users trust them as a go-to choice for percussion muzzleloaders."
Fast seating — loader's friend
Pre-measured Triple Seven pellets for simple, repeatable charge building.
Fast seating — loader's friend
Pre-measured Triple Seven pellets for simple, repeatable charge building.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Hodgdon Triple Seven FireStar Pellets are the market leader among pelletized pre-measured propellants, offering low-cost, consistent charges that give handloaders flexibility to tailor sabots and projectiles for specific performance goals. While not a sealed factory cartridge like FireStick, FireStar pellets deliver superior economy and versatility for shooters who prioritize adjustable ballistics and lower per-shot expense over the instant convenience of factory-loaded rounds.
Pellet dosing — no guesswork
Clean-burning — less scrub
Fast seating — loader's friend
Pre-measured Triple Seven pellets for simple, repeatable charge building.
Formulated to burn cleaner than black powder with reliable energy for hunting loads.
Pellet dosing — no guesswork
Clean-burning — less scrub
Fast seating — loader's friend
Pre-measured Triple Seven pellets for simple, repeatable charge building.
Formulated to burn cleaner than black powder with reliable energy for hunting loads.
$30-45 CAD
Blackhorn 209 Charge Tubes
Blackhorn 209 Charge Tubes provide a clean-burning, factory-style premeasured charge option focused on reducing fouling and simplifying maintenance for slogging through extended outings or multiple shots. Technically, they sit between loose pellets and sealed cartridges by offering stable, metered charges that often deliver cleaner barrels and more consistent ignition than traditional powders, albeit usually at a premium compared with bulk pellet options.
High energy — low soot
Consistent metering — long strings
High energy — low soot
Consistent metering — long strings
Review Summary
"Blackhorn 209 charge tubes receive strong marks for producing consistent velocities, reduced fouling, and improved accuracy compared with black powder, though some shooters note a learning curve with load development and concerns about cost. Most extended users appreciate the cleaner shooting and performance benefits."
Easy storage — tube-friendly
Pre-measured Blackhorn 209 charge tubes combine low-residue powder with sealed charges for quick loading.
Easy storage — tube-friendly
Pre-measured Blackhorn 209 charge tubes combine low-residue powder with sealed charges for quick loading.
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
Eco-Friendly Living
Blackhorn 209 Charge Tubes provide a clean-burning, factory-style premeasured charge option focused on reducing fouling and simplifying maintenance for slogging through extended outings or multiple shots. Technically, they sit between loose pellets and sealed cartridges by offering stable, metered charges that often deliver cleaner barrels and more consistent ignition than traditional powders, albeit usually at a premium compared with bulk pellet options.
High energy — low soot
Consistent metering — long strings
Easy storage — tube-friendly
Pre-measured Blackhorn 209 charge tubes combine low-residue powder with sealed charges for quick loading.
Produces minimal fouling for easier cleaning and consistent velocity shot-to-shot.
High energy — low soot
Consistent metering — long strings
Easy storage — tube-friendly
Pre-measured Blackhorn 209 charge tubes combine low-residue powder with sealed charges for quick loading.
Produces minimal fouling for easier cleaning and consistent velocity shot-to-shot.
PowerBelt ELR Muzzleloading Bullets
PowerBelt ELR muzzleloading bullets distinguish themselves as the best-in-class saboted projectiles for long-range performance, featuring high ballistic coefficients and sabots engineered for tight bore alignment and repeatable accuracy at extended ranges. Compared to standard factory sabots, PowerBelt's ELR offerings cost more per bullet but provide tangible technical advantages in downrange energy retention and precision for competitive or long-range hunting applications.
Long-range focus — wind slayer
High BC — flat-shooter
Long-range focus — wind slayer
High BC — flat-shooter
Review Summary
"PowerBelt ELR muzzleloading bullets are praised for high ballistic coefficient, tight groups, and lethal terminal performance, but a subset of shooters report sensitivity to sabot fit and occasional accuracy variation between rifles. Overall feedback from repeated use is strongly positive for accuracy and downrange performance."
Solid construction — bone-splitter
Engineered saboted bullets with high ballistic coefficients for extended-range accuracy.
Solid construction — bone-splitter
Engineered saboted bullets with high ballistic coefficients for extended-range accuracy.
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
PowerBelt ELR muzzleloading bullets distinguish themselves as the best-in-class saboted projectiles for long-range performance, featuring high ballistic coefficients and sabots engineered for tight bore alignment and repeatable accuracy at extended ranges. Compared to standard factory sabots, PowerBelt's ELR offerings cost more per bullet but provide tangible technical advantages in downrange energy retention and precision for competitive or long-range hunting applications.
Long-range focus — wind slayer
High BC — flat-shooter
Solid construction — bone-splitter
Engineered saboted bullets with high ballistic coefficients for extended-range accuracy.
Construction and seals reduce gas blow-by and improve bullet alignment down the bore.
Long-range focus — wind slayer
High BC — flat-shooter
Solid construction — bone-splitter
Engineered saboted bullets with high ballistic coefficients for extended-range accuracy.
Construction and seals reduce gas blow-by and improve bullet alignment down the bore.
$40-80 CAD
Barnes Spit-Fire TMZ Muzzleloader Bullets
Barnes Spit-Fire TMZ bullets are a top choice for hunters seeking lead-free, monolithic saboted projectiles that prioritize controlled expansion and near-total weight retention for deep penetration and ethical terminal performance. In contrast to softer, higher-deformation sabots, the Spit-Fire TMZ line commands a premium price but offers regulatory advantages in lead-restricted areas and consistent terminal results that many customers find worth the extra cost.
Rapid expansion — instant drama
High weight retention — deep hit
Rapid expansion — instant drama
High weight retention — deep hit
Review Summary
"Barnes Spit-Fire TMZ bullets are consistently lauded for controlled expansion, weight retention, and deep penetration on game, with many users reporting excellent accuracy; drawbacks cited by some include price and occasional sabot-separation issues in particular rifles. Long-term reviewers generally consider them top-tier for hunting muzzleloaders."
Durable jacket — rip-and-tear
Mono-metal Spit-Fire TMZ design yields high weight retention and aggressive terminal performance.
Durable jacket — rip-and-tear
Mono-metal Spit-Fire TMZ design yields high weight retention and aggressive terminal performance.
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
Barnes Spit-Fire TMZ bullets are a top choice for hunters seeking lead-free, monolithic saboted projectiles that prioritize controlled expansion and near-total weight retention for deep penetration and ethical terminal performance. In contrast to softer, higher-deformation sabots, the Spit-Fire TMZ line commands a premium price but offers regulatory advantages in lead-restricted areas and consistent terminal results that many customers find worth the extra cost.
Rapid expansion — instant drama
High weight retention — deep hit
Durable jacket — rip-and-tear
Mono-metal Spit-Fire TMZ design yields high weight retention and aggressive terminal performance.
Optimized for straight-line accuracy and reliable expansion at muzzleloader velocities.
Rapid expansion — instant drama
High weight retention — deep hit
Durable jacket — rip-and-tear
Mono-metal Spit-Fire TMZ design yields high weight retention and aggressive terminal performance.
Optimized for straight-line accuracy and reliable expansion at muzzleloader velocities.
$50-90 CAD