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Hornady Lead Round Ball .50 Caliber .490" Diameter 100 Count, 6090
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SKU: 6090-090255260908
Overview
Built for black powder muzzleloading, these pure lead round balls are suited to both range sessions and field use with a favorite muzzleloader. The cold-swaged construction is intended to provide a uniform round ball without the air pockets and voids associated with cast balls, while the smoother, rounder surface supports consistent rotation. Offered in a 100-count box, they are a practical choice for hunters who want traditional projectiles with consistent size, weight, and concentricity.
Why Hunters Choose the Hornady
Cold-swaged From
Pure lead to eliminate air
Smoother, Rounder
Surface supports better rotation and
Rigorous Inspection
Helps ensure uniform weight and
100-count Box
Practical supply for range or
Sized .50
.490-inch ball diameter
Key Features
- .50 caliber round balls with .490" diameter for muzzleloading use
- 100-count box for range sessions or field use
- Cold swaged from pure lead to reduce air pockets and voids
- Smoother, rounder surface for better rotation and consistency
- Inspected for uniform weight and concentricity tolerances
- Suitable for medium game from 50-300 lbs
Best Used For
- Muzzleloader shooters wanting traditional .50 caliber round balls for range practice or field use.
- Hunters using a .50 caliber black powder muzzleloader for medium game within stated weight ranges.
- Shooters who value uniform size, weight, and roundness in muzzleloading projectiles.
- Reloaders seeking 100-count pure lead round balls for consistent black powder loading sessions.
Specifications
| Ball Diameter | .490" |
|---|---|
| Ball Material | Pure Lead |
| Caliber | .50 |
| Count | 100 per Box |
| Manufacturer Number | 6090 |
| Uses | Medium Game from 50-300lbs |
Pros
- Cold-swaged from pure lead to eliminate air pockets and voids common to cast balls.
- Smoother, rounder surface supports better rotation and consistency.
- Rigorous inspection helps ensure uniform weight and concentricity tolerances.
- 100-count box provides a practical supply for range or field use.
- Sized for .50 caliber muzzleloaders with .490-inch ball diameter.
Considerations & Trade-offs
- Designed for .50 caliber muzzleloaders using .490" round balls, so fit is specific rather than universal across black powder setups.
- Pure lead construction is traditional and consistent, but it is a softer projectile choice than harder alternatives.
- Best suited to medium game applications listed by the manufacturer; it is not presented as a general-purpose projectile for all hunting needs.
- The 100-count box is practical for range use and load development, but may be more than needed for occasional shooters.
Suggested Comparisons
- Muzzleloading projectiles
- Black powder hunting supplies
- Traditional muzzleloader ammunition components
- Medium game hunting projectiles
Suggested Accessories
- Muzzleloader cleaning kit
- Powder measure
- Projectile starter
- Black powder storage container
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber muzzleloader is this round ball intended for?
It is listed as a .50 caliber round ball with a .490" diameter.
How many round balls come in the box?
The box contains 100 round balls.
What material are these projectiles made from?
They are made from pure lead.
Are these cast or swaged round balls?
The product description says they are cold swaged from pure lead, rather than cast.
What game is this product listed for?
The specifications list it for medium game from 50-300 lbs.