Casting and loading for "mild" recoil in .45ACP 1911
Hi everyone. I'm not new to reloading, but haven't done any reloading in a few years. The reason for the post is that my daughter (19) has shown an interest in my .45's. Shes not a big girl, but not "tiny" either. I just thought that maybe loading target loads might make it easier for her to overcome the 'jitters" and flinching that comes with the max load factory ball ammo.
Also I'd like to cast bullets, to off set the cost, of all that practice shooting that will be necessary. I have most of the needed casting equipment, but I don't have any .45ACP molds yet.
I'm leaning towards using the Hi Tech coatings, so I would like a bullet that works well with that. I know some are being made without lube channels for that purpose, but haven't seen any feedback from those. Any, and all help, would be appreciated. Thank you, Terry
Casting and loading for "mild" recoil in .45ACP 1911
NOE probably offers some of the best molds that are in stock. If your 1911s are stock it will be simplest to stick with a round nose profile in the 200-230gr range.
Hi-Tech (or however it is spelled) does work, but the devil is in the details. I had inconsistent results with it and went back to traditional lubes. Lots of threads discussing Hi-Tech and the various methods. I'm sure it works, just haven't taken the time to get past the learning curve. If you want a toaster oven and a barely used container of Hi Tech powder PM and maybe we can work out a deal.
Clays or Bullseye are great powders for light loads that will still cycle the slide.
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