.54 cal Minie ball.

[Dunkem]

Looking for some input on the Lee .54 cal minie ball molds. Mainly regarding what size the bullets typically drop at? I see they make two varieties rated as a regular 54 and an oversized 54. Also how do they shoot out of a TC Hawkin with a 1-48 twist barrel?

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[Fastleo]

I have the improved version of the Lee mine ball in 54. First I will say that it’s a poorly made mold and is hard to use. I have no problem getting reasonable hunting accuracy from them but I much prefer the real bullet molds by Lee or just a standard maxi ball mold. My rifle is a t/c Renegade

[Dunkem]

Do they fit snugly enough to carry the rifle without worrying about them working their way off the powder charge? Or do they require paper patching?

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[Fastleo]

They fit fine in my gun, no worries about them coming off the powder. I cast with pure lead as recommended. I have not hunted with them because I have 4 other molds that produce more accurate bullets.