Which Lyman 45-70 mold. 400 or 405

[1Papalote]

I have the guide gun and Cowboy. I am looking for a plain base bullet for hunting. Which is the better? The 400 has a wider driving band while the 405 looks like it may tumble lube better. Both have wide meplats for thumping hogs.


1Papalote

[Dr. A]

The 400 was made for the marlin. It also comes out right at 420 with wheel weights. I've heard of some that did not come out at a wide enough diameter, but mine comes out right at .463. Works well tumbled.

[SharpsShooter]

The 457193 is a fine choice for the Marlins. As mentioned it is 420gr as cast with a 50-50 mix of WW and Pb. I've not tried tumble lube with it but it is a good candidate for pan lubing if you do not have a lube-sizer.

SS