If you’re looking for number 10 percussion caps near me, you’ve come to the right place. Percussion caps, also known as percussion shells or hammer shells, are the ignition component for black powder muzzleloaders. When the cap is struck smartly with a hammer or other device, it ejects and ignites the main charge of gunpowder in the firearm’s barrel. The percussion system of gunpowder ignition offers several advantages over the simpler flintlock. Percussion guns are easier to load, have a quicker lock time and are more reliable.

CCI’s number 10 percussion caps provide the reliable, consistent ignition blackpowder shooters demand. They feature non-corrosive, non-mercuric priming compounds with soft, ribbed copper cups. The caps fit standard nipples and are available in many styles #10 caps.

Percussion caps are a must for anyone with a muzzleloader. The non-mercuric, non-corrosive primers light replica black powders with ease and provide clean burning, reliable ignition. The caps are assembled in ribbed copper cups like the originals and match standard nipple sizes.

They are shipped individually in 100 count tins or economical 5,000-count cases. Always clean the nipple and flame path after firing and before loading. When used with a percussion rifle, it is advisable to use only nipples designed for large loads, as standard nipples can clog and fail prematurely. For reenactment and demonstration shooting without a powder charge or bullet, utilize nipples with a larger internal diameter.